Laborer/Picker

External SA Recycling; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

External SA Recycling is looking for a reliable Picker / Yard Laborer in Bakersfield, California. This physically demanding role involves sorting and processing various scrap metals in a fast-paced outdoor environment. Candidates must be able to lift 50 lbs and comply with safety regulations.

The position includes responsibilities like using recycling equipment, maintaining cleanliness of the yard, and participating in teamwork. A medical physical and drug test are required for all new hires.

Qualifications

• Must pass a medical physical and drug test.
• Comply with safety, health, and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Sort and grade scrap metals manually.
• Handle materials and maintain a clean work area.
• Use recycling equipment safely.
• Regular attendance and punctuality are essential.

Skills

Material handling/sorting

Ability to lift 50 lbs or more

Work with recycling equipment

Facility maintenance

Organizing materials

Tools

Metal shears

Band saw

Wire strippers

Hand tools

Job description

We are seeking a hardworking and reliable Picker / Yard Laborer to join our team. In this role, you will be on the front lines of our metal recycling operation, manually sorting, grading, and processing various scrap metals. This is a physically demanding, fast-paced outdoor role perfect for individuals who enjoy active teamwork and hands‑on industrial work.

Job Duties

• Material handling / sorting – pushing, pulling, picking, lifting, carrying, and filling up hoppers, boxes, and conveyor belts
• Able to lift 50 lbs or more
• Work with recycling equipment for processing metal product e.g. metal shears, band saw and wire strippers
• Light facility maintenance – painting, scraping, moving furniture and equipment
• Maintaining the yard clean picking up metal material.
• Cleaning, shoveling, and debris collection
• Clean up work area at the end of shift
• Keep work areas neat and orderly
• Regular attendance and punctuality are essential job functions
• Organizing materials to have more effective use of space
• Dispose of various waste materials in the appropriate manner

Qualifications

Employees in this position prior to April 2014 are presumed to be qualified and are "grandfathered" into their positions. Must pass a medical physical and drug test.

Job Expectations

Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Work Environment: Scrap metal yard, outdoor
• Equipment & Tools: Yard equipment, hand tools, and PPE.
• Physical Demand Level: Moderate to heavy
• Work Capacity: Laborer Work Capacity
• Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, smell, touch and taste
• Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, gripping