Front-End Loader Operator

Front-End Loader Operator

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a dependable and experienced individual to join our team as a Front-End Loader (Wheel Loader) Operator, specifically a Volvo H180S, or similar models. As a Front-End Loader Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of wheel loaders at a metals recycling center. Duties include loading and moving material and debris, organizing work areas, maintaining equipment, and supporting yard operations.

This position will work outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

This is a rotating schedule working 4 days on, 2 days off from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm.

SA Recycling offers:

• Competitive Pay
• Eligible for Safety and Performance Bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care
• 401k with a Company Match
• Growth opportunities and promotions from within
• Weekly Pay
• Referral Incentives
• Company provided uniforms and PPE

Responsibilities of a Front-End Loader Operator:

• Perform pre- and post- operations inspections of assigned equipment according to Company policy to ensure windows, lights, mirrors, review cameras, and safety features are clean and operable.
• Continuously check the condition of the equipment to ensure it is always operationally ready to minimize production downtime.
• Determine load weights and verify against lifting abilities to prevent overloads and dangerous situations.
• Safe and efficient operations of the assigned machine to move vehicles for decommissioning, debris to proper storage site, and the loading of trucks and/or train cars.
• Aid in yard organization to help meet targeted production goals.
• Perform routine maintenance functions of assigned machine (fueling, lubricating, and cleaning).
• Perform daily loader 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 of a Front-End Loader Operator:

• High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent work experience.
• 1-year experience running a Front-End Loader; operations in the scrap metal, mining, or construction industries preferred.
• Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) a plus.
• Ability to follow instructions provided in written or oral form.
• Ability to learn new tasks as assigned 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.

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