Hydraulic Crane Operator

SA Recycling; Wooster (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, dental and vision

401k with Company Match

Growth opportunities

Weekly Pay

Uniforms and PPE

Job summary

SA Recycling is seeking an experienced Crane Operator to load and unload containers and trailers, sort scrap, and move materials around the yard. The role involves outdoor work in varying weather, with a focus on safety and efficient material handling.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and prior experience with material handlers or cranes is preferred. Yields include competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent work experience.
• 1 year experience operating a material handler or crane in related industries preferred.
• Able to follow written or oral instructions and perform basic math tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate wheeled material handlers to load/unload scrap metal and debris.
• Determine load weights and verify lifting capacities to prevent overloads.
• Inspect equipment before/after shifts and report safety concerns.
• Direct truck drivers for loading/unloading and maintain yard organization.
• Perform routine maintenance and keep work area safe.

Skills

Follow instructions

Communication

Math skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Cable/hydraulic crane

Lifting tools

Mechanics tools

Job description

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a dependable and experienced individual to join our team as a Crane Operator. As a Crane Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of material handler with a grapple or magnet attachment to load and unload containers and trailers; and to lift, sort, and move scrap metal and other materials around the recycling yard.

This position will work outside in varying weather conditions.

SA Recycling offers:

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care
• 401k with a Company Match
• Growth opportunities and promotions from within
• Weekly Pay
• Company provided uniforms and PPE

Responsibilities

• Preform pre- and post- operations inspections of assigned equipment according to Company policy to ensure windows, lights, mirrors, review cameras, and safety features are clean and operable.
• Continuously check the condition of the equipment to ensure it is always operationally ready to minimize production downtime.
• Operate wheeled material handlers to load and unload scrap metal and debris in preparation for processing or shipping, or to feed material to the auto shredder.
• Determine load weights and verify against machine lifting capacities to prevent overloads and dangerous situations.
• Identify, grade, and sort inbound scrap and reject unacceptable items.
• Direct truck drivers into proper position for loading and unloading scrap metal or other materials.
• Aid in yard organization to help meet targeted production goals.
• Preform routine maintenance functions of assigned machine (fueling, lubricating, and cleaning).
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report any concerns, defects or needed repairs to supervisor.
• Ensure a safe operating area around machine at all times.
• Follow all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.
• Work with other employees in the scrap metal yard to ensure a safe working environment.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Of Equipment Operator

• High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent work experience.
• 1 years’ experience running a material handler in the scrap metal or demolition industries preferred.
• Ability to carry out instructions provided in written or oral form.
• Ability to learn new tasks as assigned required.
• Must pass a medical physical/drug test and background check
• Ability to communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demands.

Physical Requirements

• Work Environment: Scrap metal recycling yard
• Equipment & Tools: Cable/hydraulic crane, lifting tools, mechanics tools
• Physical Demand Level: Light to Moderate
• Work Capacity: Lifting and carrying 35 lb loads, head turning, bending, kneeling, climbing ladders and sitting for long periods.
• Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, touch and smell
• Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, gripping

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.

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