Heavy Equipment Operator - Salvage Yard

Pyp

Nashville (TN)

On-site

USD 35,000 - 50,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

A salvage company in Nashville, Tennessee is seeking a heavy equipment operator skilled in moving salvage vehicles. Essential duties involve inspections of equipment, compliance with regulations, and assisting in dismantle operations. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience with heavy equipment, good communication skills, and some automotive background. This role offers dynamic work in potentially hazardous environments, requiring physical strength and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

  • 1+ years of experience required.
  • Experience in heavy equipment operations and automotive background is needed.
  • Ability to work calmly in high pressure environments.

Responsibilities

  • Operate equipment safely to move salvage vehicles.
  • Assist with compliance to regulations and quality assurance.
  • Perform pre-operation inspections of equipment.

Skills

Heavy equipment operations
Good oral communication
Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Scan gun
Tablet/phone applications

Job description

A salvage company in Nashville, Tennessee is seeking a heavy equipment operator skilled in moving salvage vehicles. Essential duties involve inspections of equipment, compliance with regulations, and assisting in dismantle operations. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience with heavy equipment, good communication skills, and some automotive background. This role offers dynamic work in potentially hazardous environments, requiring physical strength and problem-solving abilities.
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