Heavy Equipment Operator

Mid City Scrap; Westport (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

401(k)

Weekly pay

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Mid-City Scrap, LLC in Westport, MA is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely move, sort, and load recyclable metals in a fast-paced yard.

The role requires 5–7 years of heavy equipment experience, licenses including Hoisting License 2a/1c, and familiarity with OSHA/EPA safety standards. You will operate loaders, shears, and material handlers, supporting daily production and equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of 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).
• Hold all valid licensing and certification requirements including Hoisting License 2a/1c.

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 SOPs and safety procedures.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Metal recycling knowledge

Safety regulations familiarity

Education

Hoisting License 2a/1c

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.