Scrap Yard Heavy Equipment Operator: Load, Move, Sort

EMR Group; Bryan (TX); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable, full-time work

Hands-on role with industry equipment

Safety-focused environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

EMR Group is seeking an Equipment Operator to operate a variety of heavy machinery and manage scrap metal in our yard. You will be responsible for loading, unloading, sorting, and transporting materials while maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

Ideal candidates will have strong safety awareness, the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and good reading and writing skills. This is a hands-on, full-time on-site role with growth opportunities in a stable team setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to safety and detail.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.
• Comfortable climbing in and around heavy equipment for inspection and operation.
• Strong time management and task prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and company safety standards.
• Load, unload, move, and sort various grades of scrap metal.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and routine maintenance (fueling, lubricating, cleaning).
• Complete daily inspection reports and notify maintenance of any equipment issues.
• Assist with traffic flow to ensure materials are unloaded in the correct locations.
• Report load inspections and contaminants to the Load Inspector and Scale Operator.
• Complete required paperwork accurately and on time.
• Maintain equipment and job site cleanliness, including power washing as needed.
• Meet productivity and production goals.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Team player

Time management

Reading ability

Job description

We are seeking a Equipment Operator to join our team. In this role, you will operate a variety of heavy machinery to safely and efficiently load, unload, sort, and transport scrap metal materials within our yard. This position plays a key role in maintaining a safe, productive, and organized work environment.

Equipment may include forklifts, front-end loaders, material handlers, and excavators.

What You’ll Do

• Operate heavy equipment in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and company safety standards

• Load, unload, move, and sort various grades of scrap metal

• Perform daily equipment inspections and routine maintenance (fueling, lubricating, cleaning)

• Complete daily inspection reports and notify maintenance of any equipment issues

• Assist with traffic flow to ensure materials are unloaded in the correct locations

• Report load inspections and contaminants to the Load Inspector and Scale Operator

• Complete required paperwork accurately and on time

• Maintain equipment and job site cleanliness, including power washing as needed

• Meet productivity and production goals

• Follow all safety rules and regulations

• Perform other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Strong attention to safety and detail

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently

• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions

• Comfortable climbing in and around heavy equipment for inspection and operation

• Strong time management and task prioritization skills

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience operating material handlers and/or excavators is a plus

• Previous heavy equipment or yard experience preferred but not required
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Stable, full-time work

• Hands-on role with industry equipment

• Safety-focused environment

• Opportunity to grow skills and experience

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