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Heavy Equipment Wheel Loader Operator

Metalico

Girard (OH, KS)

On-site

USD 35,000 - 55,000

Full time

26 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Wheeled Loader Operator to ensure the safe and efficient loading and unloading of scrap materials. This role involves operating heavy equipment in a dynamic environment, requiring a strong focus on safety and customer service. The ideal candidate will have experience with front-end loaders and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards. Join a team that values reliability and teamwork while contributing to a sustainable recycling process. If you're self-motivated and eager to learn, this opportunity provides a chance to grow in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Life Insurance – $25,000 (100% employer paid)
Medical & Dental (70% employer paid)
401(k) – up to 2.5% employer match
Employee Referral – up to $1,000
8.5 Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Days
Vision Insurance (Out of Pocket)
Flexible Spending Account (Out of Pocket)
Safety Toe Boot & Safety Glasses Reimbursement annually

Qualifications

  • Experience operating front-end loaders is essential for this role.
  • Must be safety-oriented and demonstrate reliable work habits.

Responsibilities

  • Load and unload scrap items while ensuring safety and efficiency.
  • Conduct daily service checks on equipment and report issues.

Skills

Front-end Loader Operation
Attention to Detail
Communication Skills
Teamwork
Self-motivation

Tools

Hand Tools

Job description

Job Summary :
The Wheeled Loader Operator position is responsible for the safe and efficient loading and unloading of scrap items on to and off of customers, as well as Metalico’s property. This position requires a high level of customer service, the ability to load and unload large and small trailers, locating and relocating stockpiles as needed, and performing other various activities associated with working at a scrap recycling facility. The operator is responsible for the daily service of their equipment, knowing and performing within the equipment’s limitations, and operating in a safe manner at all times. This position’s main function will be in the unloading and transporting of scrap vehicles in the yard but will be required to perform other duties as directed by management. Performs other tasks as assigned.


Benefits:

  • Life Insurance – $25,000 (100% employer paid)
  • Medical & Dental (70% employer paid)
  • 401(k) – up to 2.5% employer match
  • Employee Referral – up to $1,000
  • 8.5 Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days
  • Vision Insurance (Out of Pocket)
  • Flexible Spending Account (Out of Pocket)
  • Aflac Services (Out of Pocket)
  • Safety Toe Boot & Safety Glasses Reimbursement annually

Responsibilities:

  • Ensures a safe work environment for self and others at all times.
  • Conducts daily service check of equipment, and utilizes the work order process if maintenance is required.
  • Operates equipment when unloading customers or loading prep rack in a safe manner, and as they were instructed by their manager.
  • Keeps management aware of any incidents, accidents, and discrepancies with material.
  • Keeps car prep staging and work area well organized and safe.
  • Looks out for non-conforming material in customer’s vehicles.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding and carry out simple one or two-step instructions.
  • Informing/communicating with the Yard personnel.
  • Ensure that Quality, Environmental, and Safety Standards of Metalico, Inc. for production, customers, and employees are consistently achieved.
  • Performs other tasks as assigned or requested.

Qualifications:

  • Experience using a front-end loader, with forks.
  • Prior experience with hand tools, preferred, but not required.
  • Ability to work inside or outside as required.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Must be safety-oriented and exhibit safe work habits.
  • Punctual and reliable; good attendance required.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Team-player.
  • Self-motivated and eager to learn new skills; must be willing to cross-train on other equipment.
  • Ability to adhere to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise.
  • Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules that are set forth; promotes the Company’s safety standards; works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness.

Work Environment :
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Outside work in the Yard is where temperature and weather extremes (heat, cold, rain) may be encountered.
  • Work will take place in an industrial environment, with noise, dust, and fumes.
  • The noise level in the work environment can be moderate at times.

Metalico is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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