Heavy Equipment Materials handler

About the position

We are looking for a hard-working, reliable, and safety-minded individual to join our team as a Heavy Equipment Materials handler. As a Heavy Equipment Materials handler, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of a hydraulic grapple or magnetic crane to load and unload containers and trailers, and lift and move scrap metal of varying sizes and weights around the work area. This position will work outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate a grapple or magnetic crane to lift, sort, load or unload scrap metal and debris in preparation for processing.
• Determine load weights and verify against lifting capacities to prevent overloads and dangerous situations.
• Manipulate hydraulic grapple or magnetic crane according to written, verbal or signal instructions within safe operational parameters.
• Perform daily inspections reporting any concerns, defects or needed repairs to supervisor.
• Direct truck drivers into proper position for loading or unloading of scrap metal.
• Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.

Requirements

• High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to carry out instructions provided in written or oral form.
• Ability to learn new tasks as assigned required.
• Must pass a medical physical and drug test
• Must pass a background check
• Attendance is a must for this position
• All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

Nice-to-haves

• 2-year previous grapple crane operations in the scrap metal or construction industries preferred.
• Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) a plus.

Benefits

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