Equipment Operator

Sa-Recycling; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Ins.

401k with Company Match

Weekly Pay

Referral Incentives

Uniforms and PPE

Safety and Profitability Bonuses

Job summary

SA Recycling is seeking an Equipment Operator to safely operate heavy equipment for loading and unloading scrap metal and debris. You will assess weights, verify capacities, and guide trucks into position for efficient processing. The role is outdoors in varying weather, with strict adherence to safety and environmental rules.

A High School diploma/GED and 1 year of relevant experience are preferred, plus bilingual English/Spanish is a plus. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and 401k.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 1 year experience operating hydraulic crane and wheeled bucket loader preferred.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish a plus.
• Ability to follow written or oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to load/unload scrap metal and debris for processing or shipping.
• Determine load weights and verify against lifting capacities to prevent overloads.
• Identify and grade inbound scrap and reject unacceptable items.
• Drain and remove fluids and gases from autos, refrigerators, etc.
• Direct truck drivers into proper position for loading/unloading.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report concerns.
• Comply with SA Recycling safety, health, and environmental rules and procedures.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Reading instructions

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hydraulic crane

Wheeled bucket loader

Job description

We are looking for a hard-working, reliable and safety minded individual to join our team. An Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operations of heavy equipment used to load and unload containers, rail cars, and trailers. As well as lifting and moving scrap metal and other materials as needed.

This position will work outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

SA Recycling offers:

• Competitive Pay
• Benefits Consisting of Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401k with a Company Match
• Weekly Pay
• Referral Incentives
• Company provided uniforms and PPE
• Eligible for Safety and Profitability Bonuses

Responsibilities of an Equipment Operator

• Operate a various heavy equipment to load and unload scrap metal and debris in preparation for processing or shipping.
• Determine load weights and verify against lifting capacities to prevent overloads and dangerous situations.
• Identify and grade inbound scrap and reject unacceptable items.
• Drain and remove fluids and gasses from autos, refrigerators, air conditioners, etc.
• Direct truck drivers into proper position for loading and unloading of scrap metal or other materials.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report any concerns, defects or needed repairs to supervisor.
• Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.

Qualifications of Equipment Operator

• High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent work experience.
• 1-year experience operating a hydraulic crane and wheeled bucket loader; operations in the scrap metal or construction industries preferred.
• Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) a plus.
• Ability to carry out instructions provided in written or oral form.
• Ability to learn new tasks as assigned required.

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified).

All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

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