Scrap Metal Crane Operator & Material Handler

SA Recycling LLC; Calera (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental & vision

401k with company match

Weekly pay

Referral incentives

Uniforms & PPE

Job summary

SA Recycling is seeking a Material Handler to safely operate a hydraulic grapple or magnetic crane, loading and unloading scrap metal and moving it around the yard. You will perform basic sorting and help maintain a safe environment for fellow workers.

Work outdoors in varying weather; familiarity with safety rules and ability to follow instructions is required. The role includes daily equipment inspections, weight checks, and adherence to company policies.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent work experience.
• 1-year previous general labor in the scrap metal or construction industries preferred.
• Previous Hydraulic Crane experience preferred.
• Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) a plus.
• Ability to carry out instructions provided in written, oral, or diagrammatic form.
• Ability to learn new tasks as assigned required.

Responsibilities

• Basic sorting of scrap, as well as metal and debris in preparation for processing.
• Provide a safe environment for all employees, customers, and visitors.
• Operate a hydraulic grapple or magnetic crane to lift, sort, load or unload scrap metal and debris in preparation for processing.
• Perform daily inspections on equipment reporting any defects or needed repairs to supervisor.
• Determine load weights and verify against lifting capacities to prevent overloads and dangerous situations.
• Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.

Skills

Bi-lingual

Education

High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent

Job description

SA Recycling is seeking a Material Handler to safely operate a hydraulic grapple or magnetic crane, loading and unloading scrap metal and moving it around the yard. You will perform basic sorting and help maintain a safe environment for fellow workers.

Work outdoors in varying weather; familiarity with safety rules and ability to follow instructions is required. The role includes daily equipment inspections, weight checks, and adherence to company policies.