Heavy Equipment Operator

Mid-City Scrap, LLC.; Westport (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

401(k) matching

Weekly pay

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Mid-City Scrap, LLC. in Westport, MA seeks an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to move, sort, and load recyclable metals. You will operate multiple pieces of heavy machinery and support daily operations in a fast-paced industrial yard.

The role requires 5–7 years of operator experience, familiarity with safety regulations, and the ability to work outdoors. Competitive benefits include health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, and weekly pay.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of heavy equipment operation experience.
• Familiarity with metal recycling processes and equipment is a plus.
• Knowledge of safety regulations (OSHA, EPA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate material handlers, front-end loaders, shears, skid steers and downstream equipment.
• Perform daily inspections and minor maintenance.
• Assist with general labor tasks as needed.
• Monitor workflow to meet production demands.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisor.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs and safety procedures.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

5–7 years experience

Safety consciousness

Tools

OSHA safety standards

EPA regulations

Job description

Description

Founded in the 1930s and proudly based in Westport, Massachusetts, Mid-City Scrap is one of New England's most established and trusted names in metal recycling. We provide comprehensive recycling services across the region, specializing in both ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

What We Offer

• Low-cost Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Company paid life insurance with additional voluntary life and disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Company match 401(k)
• Weekly pay schedule
• Unlimited growth opportunities

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for safely operating various types of heavy machinery to move, sort, and load recyclable materials. This role supports daily operations, ensures efficient material flow, and maintains equipment in a fast-paced industrial environment. This role is critical to ensure the safe movement, sorting and processing of recyclable metal materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate equipment such as: material handlers, front-end loaders, shears, skid steers and downstream equipment.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and minor maintenance.
• Assist with general labor tasks as needed.
• Monitor and adjust workflow to meet production demands.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisor.
• Ensure compliance with all standard operational procedures, safety procedures and any additional policies and procedures from management.

Requirements

• Hold all valid licensing and certification requirements including: Hoisting License 2a/1c
• 5-7 years' experience as a heavy equipment operator, preferably in a metal recycling facility.
• Strong knowledge of metal recycling processes, equipment and industry standards.
• Familiarity with safety regulations, (OSHA, EPA, etc)

Working Conditions

• Work is performed outside in an industrial environment with exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Requires effectively communicating, standing, climbing, lifting of 50lbs, and operating machinery for extended periods.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory.

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.

All U.S. applicants must be 18 years of age.

An offer of U.S. employment by Mid-City Scrap, LLC is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen and background check.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Mid-City Scrap, LLC does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, marital status, disability status, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, age, prior industrial injury, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status under local, state, or federal law.