Mobile Crane Operator - Scrap Yard (Temp-to-Hire)

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Chicago Heights (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth Opportunity

Job summary

A scrap yard in Chicago Heights is hiring an Experienced Mobile Crane/Heavy Equipment Operator for a flex shift (1st and 2nd). This outdoor role uses a mobile vehicle crane to move heavy loads around the yard; minimum 1 year crane experience required. Training schedule Monday–Friday; then 2nd shift after training.

$22/hr, temp-to-hire with growth opportunities. Responsibilities include operating cranes, loading scrap, sorting metals, and assisting with equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

• 1 year of mobile crane/heavy equipment experience required.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read, write and perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain mobile cranes and heavy equipment.
• Load and unload scrap and recycled materials using magnets and grapples.
• Sort metals and recyclable materials by grade and type.
• Load shredders and balers.
• Operate additional equipment including forklifts, skid steers, man lifts, street sweepers, water trucks.
• Perform daily equipment inspections.
• Position trailers and containers throughout the yard.
• Assist mechanics with equipment maintenance.
• Use hand tools, torches, sawzalls, banders, and wire snips.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Communicate with customers, drivers, and team members.
• Follow hand signals and radio communications.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Reading and basic math

Independent work

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

A scrap yard in Chicago Heights is hiring an Experienced Mobile Crane/Heavy Equipment Operator for a flex shift (1st and 2nd). This outdoor role uses a mobile vehicle crane to move heavy loads around the yard; minimum 1 year crane experience required. Training schedule Monday–Friday; then 2nd shift after training.

$22/hr, temp-to-hire with growth opportunities. Responsibilities include operating cranes, loading scrap, sorting metals, and assisting with equipment maintenance.