Metal Recycling Yard Associate

Sims Metal; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Sims Metal in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Yard Operations Assistant to support daily yard functions—sorting, processing, and handling various scrap metals—with emphasis on safety in an outdoor industrial setting.

The role involves manual labor, forklift-assisted material handling, and maintaining a clean, organized work area while adhering to PPE requirements. Sims promotes within and offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Able to read and comprehend simple instructions and memos.
• Commitment to safety and PPE use.
• Experience in a recycling/industrial environment preferred.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs and perform physical labor outdoors.
• Forklift certified or willingness to become certified.

Responsibilities

• Perform & maintain general housekeeping.
• Load and unload materials manually or with a forklift.
• Sort and separate metals (ferrous vs. non-ferrous) according to type and grade.
• Assist with preparing scrap materials for shipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work site.
• Follow proper safety procedures and wear required PPE.

Skills

Reading skills

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Sims Metal in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Yard Operations Assistant to support daily yard functions—sorting, processing, and handling various scrap metals—with emphasis on safety in an outdoor industrial setting.

The role involves manual labor, forklift-assisted material handling, and maintaining a clean, organized work area while adhering to PPE requirements. Sims promotes within and offers competitive pay and benefits.