Heavy Equipment Operator – Scrap Metal Yard

SA Recycling LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Recycling LLC in Atlanta, GA seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate hydraulic grapple or magnetic crane, load/unload scrap, and support processing operations in outdoor yards. You will work with teams to sort materials, inspect metal grades, and maintain daily safety practices.

Responsibilities include performing daily operations and safety inspections, coordinating with drivers and office staff, keeping areas clean, and adhering to all health, safety, and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Must pass a medical physical and drug test.
• Must pass a background check.
• High School diploma or GED (foreign education acceptable) qualifies.

Responsibilities

• Unload and load trucks hauling scrap. Operate hydraulic grapple or magnetic crane to lift, sort, load or unload scrap metal.
• Inspect and determine metal grade for inventory tracking.
• Perform daily operation and safety inspection.
• Communicate with office and truck drivers to determine commodities to load.
• Work with customers to satisfy needs and assist problems.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and practice proper housekeeping.
• Feed shredder, balers, and shears scrap for processing.

Skills

Bilingual EN/ES

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

SA Recycling LLC in Atlanta, GA seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate hydraulic grapple or magnetic crane, load/unload scrap, and support processing operations in outdoor yards. You will work with teams to sort materials, inspect metal grades, and maintain daily safety practices.

Responsibilities include performing daily operations and safety inspections, coordinating with drivers and office staff, keeping areas clean, and adhering to all health, safety, and environmental standards.