Equipment Operator

Equipment OperatorWe are looking for a hard-working, reliable and safety minded individual to join our team as an Equipment Operator. As an Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of a material handler to load and unload containers, trailers and railcars; and lift and move scrap metal and other materials around the recycling yard.This position will work outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards, and is a rotating shift. Two days on, two days off; and then three days on and three days off, and from 6:00 am to 6:30 pm.SA Recycling offers:Competitive PayEligible for Safety and Profitability BonusesComprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care401k with a Company MatchWeekly PayCompany provided uniforms and PPEAdvancement OpportunitiesResponsibilities of an Equipment Operator:Operate a material handler with a grapple or magnet to load and unload scrap metal and debris in preparation for processing or shipping.Determine load weights and verify against lifting capacities to prevent overloads and dangerous situations.Identify and grade inbound scrap and reject unacceptable items.Direct truck drivers into proper position for loading and unloading scrap metal or other materials.Coordinate the movement of rail cars within the yard for loading and unloading scrap metal or other materials.Perform daily equipment inspections and report any concerns, defects or needed repairs to supervisor.Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.Qualifications:Employees in this position prior to April 2014 are presumed to be qualified and are "grandfathered" into their positions.Must pass a medical physical and drug testMust pass a background checkPreferred – high school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptableBi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plusAbility to: communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demandsPhysical Requirements:Work Environment: Scrap metal Recycling and shredder yardEquipment & Tools: Shredder & other metal processing equipment, Hoists, hydraulic motors, mechanics toolsPhysical Demand Level: Light to ModerateWork Capacity: Shredder OperatorSensory Demands: Hearing, vision, touch, smell and tasteHand Movements: Repetitive motions, grippingPLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified).All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.