Equipment Manager/Operator

Equipment Manager/Operator

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour

Equipment Manager/Operator needed for Metal Salvage and Recycling Company. Must be at least 21 years of age with a valid driver's license and clean background and driving record. Must have experience running and working on heavy equipment. Full time position. Half day Saturday hours are required. 40 hours a week. Immediate opening. Great potential for growth.

The position requires operating and utilizing a basic knowledge of heavy machinery including a loader, excavator, and baler, as well as managing laborer employees. The ability to work outside during long periods of time to meet the needs of our customers is essential.

Position includes excellent pay and perks, including:

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Weekly Pay
• Casual Work Attire
• Annual Boot Allowance
• Safety Equipment and Training Provided
• Lively Atmosphere

Responsibilities

• Load/Unload customer equipment and heavy materials
• Maintain company machinery, vehicles, tools, and equipment using mechanical skills
• Receive and organize materials, fixtures, and appliances
• Organization and cleaning of yard, shop, and storage facilities
• Track location of company tools and equipment.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments.

Qualification: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required.

• Loader operation: 3 years (Preferred)
• Valid Driver’s License and maintain a clean driving record.
• Knowledge of industrial equipment maintenance and operation.
• Ability to perform basic repairs and required maintenance using special tools and equipment following technical manual procedures

Education, Skill, and/or Experience Requirements :

• Forklift certification preferred or will train.
• Ability to communicate effectively with teammates.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Must be able to self-manage/self-motivate.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Quick learner with the ability to think out of the box.

Work Environment:

While performing the functions of this job, the employee regularly works in a service shop setting and is exposed to frequently changing temperatures, wet or humid conditions, noise, vibration, fumes, odors, dust, and close proximity to moving mechanical parts.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to:

• Work using Personal Protective Equipment, including respirators, welding shields, hard hats, vests, safety glasses, goggles, gloves and etc.
• Use full range of motion for back, arms, hands, and fingers.
• Use full range of motion for both legs, including climbing, twisting, squatting, and pushing with both legs.
• Use hand tools, fuel hoses, lubrication systems on all equipment
• Able to climb onto or down from mobile construction equipment, typically 3-4 feet of climbing, for service and inspection.
• Lift or carry loads greater than 50 lbs but less than 75 lbs.
• The employee is regularly required to talk or hear at moderate noise levels.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person