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Heavy Equipment Operator Job at SA Recycling in Norcross

SA Recycling, Norcross, GA, United States, 30092


Do you strive to give great customer service? Do you enjoy being a contributing member of a well-functioning, high energy, team? If so – come join us!

SA Recycling is one of the largest scrap metal recyclers in the United States. We are growing, growing, growing! Our operations are quickly expanding.

SA Recycling proudly supports the military community

We are looking for a hard-working, reliable and safety minded individual to join our team as a Heavy Equipment Operator. As an Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of a heavy equipment such as a front end loader operator primarily, but also in a crane or a skid steer when needed. to load and unload containers and trailers, and lift and move scrap metal and other materials around the recycling yard.

Responsibilities of an Equipment Operator

  • Operate a various heavy equipment such as loader skid steer and crane to load and unload scrap metal and debris in preparation for processing or shipping.
  • Determine load weights and verify against lifting capacities to prevent overloads and dangerous situations.
  • Identify and grade inbound scrap and reject unacceptable items.
  • Drain and remove fluids and gasses from autos, refrigerators, air conditioners, etc.
  • Direct truck drivers into proper position for loading and unloading of scrap metal or other materials.
  • Perform daily equipment 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 Equipment Operator
  • Must pass a medical physical and drug test
  • Must pass a background check
  • Preferred – high school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptable or equivalent work experience
  • 1-year previous wheeled bucket loader operations in the scrap metal or construction industries preferred.
  • Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) a plus.
  • Ability to carry out instructions provided in written or oral form.
  • Ability to learn new tasks as assigned required.
SA Recycling offers:
  • Competitive Pay
  • Choice of 2 Medical plans, with Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • 401k with a Company Match
  • Weekly Pay
  • Referral Incentives
  • Company provided uniforms and PPE
  • Eligible for Safety and Profitability Bonuses


PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills 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.