Scrap Yard Excavator Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

A growing scrap metal recycling facility is seeking a dependable, safety-focused Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team. Candidates with a minimum of one (1) year of excavator experience are strongly preferred. This position is ideal for individuals who have experience operating excavators in construction, demolition, landscaping, mining, recycling, or other heavy industrial environments and are looking to expand their skills.

As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will safely operate excavators and other material handling equipment to process, sort, and move scrap metal while maintaining a productive, organized, and safety focused work environment. Qualified candidates will receive hands-on training to operate shear cranes and specialized recycling equipment.

If you enjoy operating heavy equipment, working outdoors, and being part of a hardworking team, we'd love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Operate an excavator to move, sort, load, and process scrap metal safely and efficiently.
• Train to operate a shear crane and other heavy equipment used in scrap metal recycling.
• Load, unload, organize, and transport recyclable materials throughout the yard.
• Operate loaders, forklifts, cranes, and other material handling equipment as needed.
• Perform daily pre-operation and post-operation equipment inspections.
• Report equipment maintenance needs and safety concerns promptly.
• Follow all company safety policies and OSHA standards while working around heavy machinery.
• Assist customers with unloading recyclable materials.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform general yard labor and equipment-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year of excavator operating experience preferred.
• Experience operating excavators in construction, demolition, landscaping, mining, scrap metal recycling, or heavy industrial environments is highly desirable.
• Experience operating shear cranes, material handlers, loaders, forklifts, or other heavy equipment is a plus.
• Strong understanding of equipment safety, inspections, and preventative maintenance.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to learn new equipment and operating techniques.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift, move, and handle materials safely.
• Reliable attendance, strong work ethic, and commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment.

What We Offer

• Long-term, full-time career opportunity
• Monday–Friday daytime schedule
• Paid on-the-job training for shear crane operation
• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Retirement plan with employer contribution match
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth
• Stable, supportive, team-oriented work environment

Schedule
Monday – Friday
8am - 4:30 pm
Full-Time

Compensation
Starting Wage: $22.00–$25.00 per hour (DOE)

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