Mobile Grader

American-Iron-; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Tuition scholarship

Vacation benefits

Job summary

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is seeking a Mobile Grader to safely operate equipment and inspect, sort, and grade scrap metals to keep yard operations efficient. You will verify material quality, classify items accurately, and assist customers and drivers in unloading areas.

The role requires outdoor work, attention to safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. AIM offers competitive wages, vacation, benefits, and tuition scholarships.

Qualifications

• Experience in scrap recycling, metals, construction, or heavy equipment preferred.
• Ability to identify materials and classify according to standards.
• Comfort working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Basic computer or mobile device skills for recording information.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, identify, and grade ferrous and non-ferrous scrap materials.
• Operate mobile equipment to move, sort, and stockpile materials.
• Verify incoming and outgoing materials for quality and classification.
• Communicate with yard staff and drivers about material grades and loads.
• Direct customers and drivers to unloading areas.
• Maintain records of graded materials and report discrepancies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Safety awareness

Tools

Loader

Excavator

Forklift

Material handler

Job description

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.

Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products.

We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all.

It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.

What we offer!:

• A competitive annual wage, vacation, benefits and a RRSP matching program
• Annual AIM tuition scholarship program up to $8,500 per eligible dependents
• The tools and support needed to be successful in your career and professional development
• A dynamic & rewarding work environmentthat is also a lot of fun!

Job Description

The Mobile Grader responsible for safely operating equipment while inspecting, sorting, and grading scrap metal to ensure materials are properly classified and yard operations run efficiently.

What you're responsible for:

• Inspecting, identifying, and grading ferrous and non-ferrous scrap materials according to company standards.
• Operating mobile equipment safely to move, sort, and stockpile materials throughout the yard.
• Verifying incoming and outgoing materials for quality, contamination, and proper classification.
• Communicating with scale operators, yard personnel, drivers, and management regarding material grades and load acceptance.
• Assisting customers and drivers by directing them to the appropriate unloading areas.
• Maintaining accurate records of graded materials and reporting discrepancies when necessary.
• Monitoring inventory and assisting with material organization to maximize efficiency and safety.
• Performing routine equipment inspections and reporting maintenance or safety concerns.
• Following all company safety policies, environmental regulations, and operational procedures.
• Performing all other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To join our team:

• Previous experience in the scrap recycling, metals, construction, or heavy equipment industry preferred.
• Knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap grades is preferred (training may be provided).
• Experience operating mobile equipment such as loaders, excavators, forklifts, or material handlers is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately identify materials.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced outdoor environment.
• Basic computer or mobile device skills for recording information.
• Ability to make sound decisions and solve problems efficiently.
• Commitment to workplace safety and safe equipment operation.
• Must be willing to work indoors and outdoors, with occasional overtime and weekend hours as needed.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.