Heavy Equipment Operator: Scrap & Recycling Yard Pro

Tjn-Enterprises,-Inc.; Spencer (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Shine Brothers Corporation in Spencer, IA is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our recycling and processing team. You will handle loaders, excavators, and material handlers to move and load ferrous and non-ferrous materials, while prioritizing safety and efficiency.

This on-site role collaborates with yard crews, drivers, and supervisors, offering practical training, steady work, and opportunities to grow your trade in a long-standing regional business.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy machinery such as loaders, excavators, or material handlers.
• Comfort working outdoors in varying weather and in a fast-paced yard setting.
• Strong attention to surroundings and situational awareness.
• Dependability, punctuality, and a team-first attitude.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate loaders, material handlers, excavators, forklifts, and other equipment used in scrap processing and recycling.
• Load and unload trucks, rail cars, and containers safely.
• Sort, stack, and move ferrous and non-ferrous materials throughout the yard.
• Perform daily pre-operation inspections and report mechanical issues promptly.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Communicate clearly with ground crews using signals and radios to coordinate movement.
• Follow all safety procedures, including spotting, right-of-way, and lockout practices.

Skills

Heavy machinery operation

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Job description

Shine Brothers Corporation in Spencer, IA is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our recycling and processing team. You will handle loaders, excavators, and material handlers to move and load ferrous and non-ferrous materials, while prioritizing safety and efficiency.

This on-site role collaborates with yard crews, drivers, and supervisors, offering practical training, steady work, and opportunities to grow your trade in a long-standing regional business.