Yard Laborer

American Recycling; Escalon (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

American Recycling is seeking a dedicated Yard Laborer to join our team in California. You will handle a variety of yard tasks, load/unload materials, and help keep the yard organized and safe. Experience with forklifts or skid steers is a plus, and you’ll support inventory tracking and basic equipment maintenance.

We value reliable, team-oriented individuals who can work independently in variable weather and contribute to excellent customer service and sales when needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in yard operations or similar role is preferred.
• Ability to operate yard equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Assist with loading and unloading materials and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the yard.
• Operate yard equipment such as forklifts and skid steers.
• Assist with inventory management and tracking.
• Perform basic maintenance and repairs on yard equipment.
• Assist with customer service and sales as needed.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Teamwork

Customer service

Safety awareness

Independence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Skid steer operation

Basic maintenance skills

Job description

We are seeking a hardworking and reliable Yard Laborer to join our team. The Yard Laborer will be responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to yard operations, including but not limited to:

Responsibilities

• Assisting with loading and unloading of materials and equipment
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization of the yard
• Operating various yard equipment, such as forklifts and skid steers
• Assisting with inventory management and tracking
• Performing basic maintenance and repairs on yard equipment
• Assisting with customer service and sales as needed

Qualifications and Skills

• Previous experience as a yard operations laborer or similar role
• Ability to operate various yard equipment, such as forklifts and skid steers
• Basic knowledge of inventory management and tracking
• Ability to perform basic maintenance and repairs on yard equipment
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Physical ability to lift heavy objects and work in various weather conditions
• High school diploma or equivalent