Hydraulic Crane Operator

SA Recycling; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Safety and Performance Bonuses

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

401k with Company Match

Weekly Pay

Referral Incentives

Company-provided uniforms and PPE

Job summary

A leading recycling company in Miami, Florida, is seeking a Hydraulic Crane Operator. The successful candidate will operate hydraulic cranes to load and unload containers, ensuring safety and compliance with health and environmental standards. The role requires a high school diploma, experience in crane operations, and the ability to follow detailed instructions. Competitive pay, bonus eligibility, and comprehensive benefits, including medical and retirement plans, are offered.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• 2 years of previous grapple crane operations preferred in scrap metal or construction.
• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydraulic cranes to handle scrap metal safely.
• Determine load weights and avoid overload situations.
• Conduct daily inspections and report issues to supervisors.
• Guide truck drivers for proper loading and unloading.

Skills

High School diploma or equivalent

Previous grapple crane operations

Ability to communicate in English and Spanish

Ability to follow instructions

Ability to learn new tasks

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

We are looking for a hard‑working, reliable and safety‑minded individual to join our team as a Hydraulic Crane Operator. As a Hydraulic Crane Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of a hydraulic grapple or magnetic crane to load and unload containers and trailers, and lift and move scrap metal of varying sizes and weights around the work area.

This position will work outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Responsibilities Of a Hydraulic Crane Operator

• Operate a hydraulic grapple or magnetic crane to lift, sort, load or unload scrap metal and debris in preparation for processing.
• Determine load weights and verify against lifting capacities to prevent overloads and dangerous situations.
• Manipulate hydraulic grapple or magnetic crane according to written, verbal or signal instructions within safe operational parameters.
• Perform daily inspections reporting any concerns, defects or needed repairs to supervisor.
• Direct truck drivers into proper position for loading or unloading of scrap metal.
• Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications Of Hydraulic Crane Operator

• High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent work experience.
• 2‑year previous grapple crane operations in the scrap metal or construction industries preferred.
• Bi‑lingual (English and Spanish) a plus.
• Ability to carry out instructions provided in written or oral form.
• Ability to learn new tasks as assigned required.
• Must pass a medical physical and drug test
• Must pass a background check
• Attendance is a must for this position

SA Recycling offers

• Competitive Pay
• Eligible for Safety and Performance Bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care
• 401k with a Company Match
• Weekly Pay
• Referral Incentives
• Company provided uniforms and PPE

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.

An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified).

All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

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