Heavy Equipment Operator

SA Recycling; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Safety and Performance Bonuses

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision care

401k with company match

Growth opportunities

Weekly Pay

Referral Incentives

Company provided uniforms and PPE

Job summary

A recycling company in New York is seeking a diligent Equipment Operator to perform safe operations of heavy machinery for loading and unloading scrap metal. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and at least one year of experience operating heavy equipment, such as hydraulic cranes. Responsibilities include daily equipment inspections and compliance with safety protocols. The position offers competitive pay, safety bonuses, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• 1-year experience in operating heavy equipment, preferably in scrap metal or construction industries.
• Ability to follow instructions in written or oral form.
• Capability to learn new tasks as assigned.
• Ability to carry out instructions written or oral.
• Ability to learn new tasks as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to load and unload scrap metal.
• Ensure safe load weights and prevent overloads.
• Sort inbound scrap and reject unacceptable items.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report issues.
• Direct truck drivers into proper position for loading and unloading scrap metal or other materials.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report concerns or needed repairs.
• Comply with safety, health, and environmental rules and procedures.

Skills

Operating hydraulic crane

Using wheeled bucket loader

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Learn new tasks

Hard-working

Reliable

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Shredder

Hydraulic motors

Mechanics tools

Job description

We are looking for a hard-working, reliable and safety minded individual to join our team as an Equipment Operator. As an Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of heavy equipment to load and unload containers and trailers, and lift and move scrap metal and other materials around the recycling yard.

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 an Equipment Operator

• Operate various types of 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, grade, and sort inbound scrap and reject unacceptable items.
• Drain and remove fluids and gases from autos, refrigerators, air conditioners, etc.
• Direct truck drivers into proper position for loading and unloading 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, and SA Recycling safety, health, and environmental rules, regulations, policies, and 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.

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
• Growth opportunities and promotions from within
• Weekly Pay
• Referral Incentives
• Company provided uniforms and PPE

Physical Requirements:

• Work Environment: Scrap metal Recycling and shredder yard
• Equipment & Tools: Shredder & other metal processing equipment, Hoists, hydraulic motors, mechanics tools
• Physical Demand Level: Light to Moderate
• Work Capacity: Shredder Operator — Work Capacity
• Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, touch, smell and taste
• Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, gripping

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.

Pay will be based on experience.