Heavy Equipment Operator

SA Recycling LLC; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Eligible for Safety and Performance Bonuses

Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options

401k with a Company Match

Growth opportunities and promotions from within

Weekly Pay

Referral Incentives

Company provided uniforms and PPE

Job summary

A leading recycling company in New York is seeking a reliable Equipment Operator to manage the safe operation of heavy machinery for scrap processing. Responsibilities include loading and unloading materials, conducting equipment inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and ideally have experience with hydraulic cranes and loaders. This position offers competitive pay and various benefits including bonuses and health care options.

Qualifications

• 1-year experience operating a hydraulic crane and wheeled bucket loader.
• Operations in the scrap metal or construction industries preferred.
• Ability to learn new tasks as assigned.
• Ability to follow written or oral instructions and learn new tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to load and unload scrap metal and debris.
• Determine load weights and verify against lifting capacities.
• Identify, grade, and sort inbound scrap and reject unacceptable items.
• Drain and remove fluids and gases from autos, refrigerators, air conditioners, etc.

Skills

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Ability to carry out instructions

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent

Tools

Hydraulic crane

Wheeled bucket loader

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, & 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.

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.

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