Equipment Operator / Yard Laborer

ZipRecruiter; Stockertown (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recycling company is seeking a Yard Laborer/Operator in Pennsylvania. This position involves sorting scrap metals, assisting customers, and operating various yard equipment while ensuring safety and maintenance practices. Ideal candidates are physically capable and committed to teamwork in outdoor conditions.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Previous experience with torches or forklifts is a plus.
• Training may be provided for equipment use.
• Safety awareness and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Sort and process various scrap metals for resale.
• Assist with loading and unloading scrap materials.
• Operate torches and hydraulic-powered tools.

Skills

Ability to work in physically demanding conditions

Willingness to work in all weather conditions

Basic knowledge of hand tools and yard equipment

Commitment to safety and team collaboration

Tools

Forklifts

Cutting torches

Hydraulic tools

Excavators

Wheeled loaders

Material handlers

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Position Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the Manager or their designee, the Yard Laborer/Operator is responsible for supporting daily operations related to the handling, processing, and sorting of scrap metals for resale. This role includes assisting with the loading and unloading of scrap materials, operating torches and hydraulic tools, and using forklifts, wheeled loaders, excavators, material handlers and other equipment as needed.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Sort and process various scrap metals for resale.
  
  
• Assist customers and team members in the safe offloading and loading of scrap materials.
  
  
• Operate cutting torches and hydraulic-powered tools to break down or prepare materials.
  
  
• Operate forklifts wheeled loaders, excavators, material handlers and other equipment as directed.
  
  
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
  
  
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow, provided conditions are deemed safe.
  
  
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
  
  

Requirements:

• Ability to work in physically demanding conditions.
  
  
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions.
  
  
• Basic knowledge of hand tools and yard equipment .
  
  
• Prior experience with torches or forklifts wheeled loaders, excavators, material handlers and other equipment is a plus (training may be provided).
  
  
• Commitment to safety and team collaboration.