Equipment Operator: Scrap Metal Loader & Crane

SA Recycling LLC; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k with company match

Weekly pay

Referral incentives

Uniforms and PPE

Safety and profitability bonuses

Job summary

SA Recycling LLC seeks a safety-minded Equipment Operator in Phoenix, AZ. Operate heavy equipment to load/unload containers, rail cars, and trailers, and move scrap metal and other materials as needed.

This outdoor role works in varying weather and requires strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards. Daily equipment inspections and coordination with truck drivers are required. Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to load and 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 equipment when needed.
• Direct truck drivers into loading/unloading positions.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report concerns or repairs to supervisor.
• Comply with SA Recycling safety, health, and environmental rules and procedures.

Skills

Safety minded

Hard-working

Reliability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hydraulic crane

Wheeled bucket loader

Job description

SA Recycling LLC seeks a safety-minded Equipment Operator in Phoenix, AZ. Operate heavy equipment to load/unload containers, rail cars, and trailers, and move scrap metal and other materials as needed.

This outdoor role works in varying weather and requires strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards. Daily equipment inspections and coordination with truck drivers are required. Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.