Heavy Equipment Materials handler

SA Recycling; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Safety and Performance Bonuses

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision

401k with Company Match

Weekly Pay

Referral Incentives

Company provided uniforms and PPE

Job summary

SA Recycling in Atlanta, Georgia is seeking a Heavy Equipment Materials Handler. In this role, you will operate hydraulic grapple or magnetic cranes to efficiently manage scrap metal operations. Responsibilities include following safety protocols and conducting daily equipment inspections.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and preferably 2 years of experience in crane operations. SA Recycling offers competitive pay, safety bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical and retirement.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED certification.
• Preferred 2 years of grapple crane operations experience.
• Ability to follow instructions in written or oral form.

Responsibilities

• Operate a grapple or magnetic crane to manage scrap metal.
• Perform daily inspections and report defects to the supervisor.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations during operations.

Skills

Grapple crane operation

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Attention to safety regulations

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

We are looking for hard‑working, reliable and safety minded individual to join our team as a Heavy Equipment Materials handler. As a Heavy Equipment Materials handler you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of a hydraulic grapple or magnetic crane to load and unload containers and trailers, and lift and move scrap metal of varying sizes and weights around the work area.

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

Responsibilities Of a Heavy Materials Operator

• Operate a grapple or magnetic crane to lift, sort, load or unload scrap metal and debris in preparation for processing.
• Determine load weights and verify against lifting capacities to prevent overloads and dangerous situations.
• Manipulate hydraulic grapple or magnetic crane according to written, verbal or signal instructions within safe operational parameters.
• Perform daily inspections reporting any concerns, defects or needed repairs to supervisor.
• Direct truck drivers into proper position for loading or unloading of scrap metal.
• Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent work experience.
• 2-year previous grapple crane 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.
• Must pass a medical physical and drug test.
• Must pass a background check.
• Attendance is a must for this position.

SA Recycling offers:

• Competitive Pay
• Eligible for Safety and Performance Bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care
• 401k with a Company Match
• Weekly Pay
• Referral Incentives
• Company provided uniforms and PPE

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.