Skid Steer Operator - End of Week Days

Liberty Tire Recycling; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Liberty Tire Recycling in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Safety‑minded Skid Steer Loader Operator to join our tire recycling operations. You will perform material movement, load handling, and routine machine maintenance while adhering to SOPs and safety protocols.

This role requires in‑person work, willingness to work rotating shifts, and a team‑oriented attitude. Prior equipment experience and a high school diploma are preferred; benefits include 401(k), health and dental coverage, and paid time

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; logistics or supply chain qualifications are a plus.
• Ability to operate skid steer and forklift safely and efficiently.
• Prior experience in tire recycling or heavy equipment handling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate skid steer and assist with loading/unloading of materials.
• Perform daily pre-checks and per-SOP maintenance notes.
• Maintain tire counts and manage conveyor belt/production flow.
• Follow safety procedures and wear PPE at all times.

Skills

Skid Steer

Forklift

Sky Track/Genie

Rim Crusher

OSHA safety programs

Reliability

Flexibility

Team player

Safety boots

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Rim Crusher

Sky Track/Genie

Skid Steer

Forklift

Job description

About Us:

Liberty Tire Recycling is a high-growth company and the premier provider of tire recycling services in North America with operations throughout the United States and Canada. Liberty Tire annually transforms more than 210 million tires into raw materials for smart, sustainable products that improve our environment and people’s lives. The Company is private equity owned, has approximately 60 sites in the US and Canada, and nearly 4,000 employees. With innovative tools, technologies and processes, Liberty Tire is a revolutionary American conservation enterprise – from coast to coast, and from whole tire to end products. The company’s commitment to finding new and better ways to RECLAIM, RECYCLE and REUSE bridges the sustainability goals of scrap tire generators nationwide with those of local scrap rubber consumers.

Job Summary:

The primary duty is to safely and efficiently operate the skid steer loader to perform various tasks. This may include moving materials, lifting and carrying loads, digging, grading, and other tasks depending on the attachments equipped on the loader. Perform daily safety and maintenance checks.

Schedule:

Week 1: Friday - Sun 7am-7pm

Week 2: Thursday - Sun 7am-7pm

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Grease and fuel equipment prior to use
• Complete all precheck notes prior to use per SOP
• Keep the TC conveyor belt full of tires at a steady pace\
• Day shift unload all and full trailers and dry van’s
• Night shift unload tire pad
• Determine what tires can be placed on conveyor belt per product being made
• Complete all beginning/end of shift responsibilities per the SOP
• Check in and out with your shift lead
• Understanding of tire quantity ratios for TC belt
• Maintain a count of empty trailers throughout shift
• Post all necessary communication in chat per new hire paperwork
• Operate Rim Crusher when needed to manage rim levels
• PPE on all all times
• Complete all precheck notes prior to use per SOP
• Understand your surroundings when driving the machine
• Follow all entrance and exit procedures per certification
• Tire selection process
• Tire quantity ratios for TC conveyor belt
• Performs all other duties as assigned by management

Skills and Abilities:

• Skid Steer
• Forklift
• Sky Track/Genie
• Rim Crusher
• Understand and follow all OSHA and site-specific safety programs.
• Must be reliable and flexible.
• Willingness to work in hot, cold, wet and dirty conditions.
• Attention to detail and attentive.
• Willingness to work hard.
• Be a team player.
• Safety boots required.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional qualifications in logistics or supply chain management are a plus.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

EEO Statement:

Liberty Tire Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.