Scrap Yard Operator – Heavy Lifting & Maintenance

SA Recycling LLC; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Recycling LLC in El Paso, TX is seeking an Operations Labor to perform heavy labor tasks in a scrap metal yard. The role includes unloading pallets, sorting materials, and operating yard equipment, with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, and a high school diploma or GED is preferred. The position requires physical endurance for moderate-to-heavy labor, outdoor work, and adherence to safety rules.

Qualifications

• Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus.
• Ability to communicate effectively and perform basic math as required.

Responsibilities

• Unload pallets, boxes and bundles.
• Perform material handling and sorting; push, pull, pick, lift, carry and fill hoppers, boxes and conveyor belts.
• Unpack boxes using box cutters and separate plastics and packaging waste.
• Disassemble small equipment, cut wires and remove bolts for parts.
• Operate recycling equipment such as metal shears, band saws and wire strippers.
• Direct yard traffic and maintain yard organization.
• Light maintenance and tool use for machinery repair support.
• Housekeeping including sweeping, cleaning and debris removal.
• Support safety, health and environmental rules and procedures.

Skills

Bi-lingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

SA Recycling LLC in El Paso, TX is seeking an Operations Labor to perform heavy labor tasks in a scrap metal yard. The role includes unloading pallets, sorting materials, and operating yard equipment, with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, and a high school diploma or GED is preferred. The position requires physical endurance for moderate-to-heavy labor, outdoor work, and adherence to safety rules.