Scrap Metal Shear Operator (Excavator)

Ultipro; Wooster, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultipro is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate an excavator with a shear attachment for sizing scrap metal for steel mills. The role is outdoor and unionized, with typical hours 7:30 am–4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, and occasional Saturdays; overtime may be required.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, and prefer 1 year of excavator operation with a shear attachment in metal recycling or construction. Drug test and background check apply.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent work experience.
• 1 year excavator operations with a shear attachment preferred.
• Ability to carry out written or oral instructions.
• Ability to learn new tasks as assigned.
• Ability to communicate with others effectively; follow directions and use basic math.

Responsibilities

• Operate an excavator with a shear attachment to cut scrap metal.
• Inspect surroundings before and during operations to prevent hazards.
• Verify materials can be processed within safe operating parameters.
• Manipulate shear according to instructions within safe parameters.
• Perform daily inspections and report concerns or repairs.
• Load material into chamber for crushing and pushing into cutter.
• Load and unload items from machines, conveyors and conveyances.
• Clean equipment and work area at end of shift.
• Keep work areas neat and orderly; maintain punctuality.

Skills

Communication

Learning agility

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Excavator with shear attachment

Job description

Ultipro is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate an excavator with a shear attachment for sizing scrap metal for steel mills. The role is outdoor and unionized, with typical hours 7:30 am–4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, and occasional Saturdays; overtime may be required.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, and prefer 1 year of excavator operation with a shear attachment in metal recycling or construction. Drug test and background check apply.