Heavy Equipment Operator (2nd Shift)

The role of the 2nd Shift Heavy Equipment Operator is to operate various equipment to lift, load, and sort metals or other material in a safe and accurate manner from Noon-9pm.

Note: Pay includes a Shift Premium for working 2nd shift. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injuries or damage
•  Operates traveling or stationary cranes and heavy equipment as needed to lift, move and position various materials and equipment; observes load hookup and determines safe load capacities
•  Performs pre-start checks and maintains records
•  Ensures that outside areas kept neat and clean and scraps and yard debris are appropriately recycled or disposed
•  Reports safety hazards 
•  Assists customers in unloading provides delivery status information, inventory availability and answers related questions
•  Other responsibilities as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed primarily in an outdoor yard environment, subject to variations in temperature and weather, equipment noise and dust

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

•  High School Diploma or equivalent

Work Experience

•  Three to five years industry-related experience with tools and equipment is required

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

•  Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to equipment operations
•  Have the ability to learn to recognize and classify metals such as brass, copper, stainless steel, aluminum and other metals
•  Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds
•  Must be able to meet the physical demands of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation
•  Must be able to stand, walk, lift, bend, squat, stoop, etc. for long periods of time
•  Must be willing to learn and strictly follow all company safety procedures
•  Ability to read, write and communicate in English to comprehend and follow written procedures, container labels and safety precautions
•  Good attention to detail
•  Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency