Scrap Metal Excavator Operator — Safe Sorting & Processing

Air Comfort, Inc; Tinton Falls (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with up to 4% match

Paid time off and sick time

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Mazza Recycling is seeking a Scrap Metal Excavator Operator in New Jersey to load, sort, and process scrap metal safely on a full-time basis. You will operate excavators with grapple, magnet, bucket, and hydraulic shear tools, inspect equipment, and follow safety procedures in a noisy outdoor setting.

You will build stockpiles, coordinate with spotters and drivers, and maintain work zones while meeting quality and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Must have excavator qualification or be able to complete required training.
• Experience in scrap metal recycling or heavy-industrial environments preferred.
• Experience with grapples, magnets, and hydraulic shears preferred.
• Able to work outdoors in varying conditions and overtime.
• Must be at least 21 and legally eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators with grapple, magnet, bucket, and hydraulic shear attachments safely and efficiently.
• Inspect the excavator and attachments before use.
• Unload, sort, and separate metals by type, grade, size, and processing requirements.
• Use hydraulic shear to cut and size metal for processing, storage, or shipment.
• Identify hazardous materials and never shear suspect material.
• Build and maintain stockpiles and load trucks and containers within capacity.
• Maintain a controlled work zone and communicate with spotters and drivers.
• Perform routine maintenance and report equipment issues immediately.
• Follow company safety, lockout/tagout, and PPE requirements.

Skills

Excavator experience

Clear communication

Safety compliance

Overtime flexibility

Tools

Grapple attachments

Magnet attachment

Hydraulic shear

Job description

Mazza Recycling is seeking a Scrap Metal Excavator Operator in New Jersey to load, sort, and process scrap metal safely on a full-time basis. You will operate excavators with grapple, magnet, bucket, and hydraulic shear tools, inspect equipment, and follow safety procedures in a noisy outdoor setting.

You will build stockpiles, coordinate with spotters and drivers, and maintain work zones while meeting quality and environmental standards.