Hydraulic Technician Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship

INTRODUCTION

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a dependable and experienced individual to join our team as a Crane Operator. As a Crane Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of material handler with a grapple or magnet attachment to load and unload containers and trailers; and to lift, sort, and move scrap metal and other materials around the recycling yard.

This position will work outside in varying weather conditions.

SA Recycling offers:

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care
• 401k with a Company Match
• Growth opportunities and promotions from within
• Weekly Pay
• Company provided uniforms and PPE

RESPONSIBILITIES OF AN EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

• Preform pre- and post- operations inspections of assigned equipment according to Company policy to ensure windows, lights, mirrors, review cameras, and safety features are clean and operable.
• Continuously check the condition of the equipment to ensure it is always operationally ready to minimize production downtime.
• Operate wheeled material handlers to load and unload scrap metal and debris in preparation for processing or shipping, or to feed material to the auto shredder.
• Determine load weights and verify against machine lifting capacities to prevent overloads and dangerous situations.
• Identify, grade, and sort inbound scrap and reject unacceptable items.
• Direct truck drivers into proper position for loading and unloading scrap metal or other materials.
• Aid in yard organization to help meet targeted production goals.
• Preform routine maintenance functions of assigned machine (fueling, lubricating, and cleaning).
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report any concerns, defects or needed repairs to supervisor.
• Ensure a safe operating area around machine at all times.
• Follow all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.
• Work with other employees in the scrap metal yard to ensure a safe working environment.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS OF EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

• High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent work experience.
• 1 years’ experience running a material handler in the scrap metal or demolition industries preferred.
• Ability to carry out instructions provided in written or oral form.
• Ability to learn new tasks as assigned required.
• Must pass a medical physical/drug test and background check.
• Ability to communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demands.

Physical Requirements:

• Work Environment: Scrap metal recycling yard
• Equipment & Tools: Cable/hydraulic crane, lifting tools, mechanics tools
• Physical Demand Level: Light to Moderate
• Work Capacity: Lifting and carrying 35 lb loads, head turning, bending, kneeling, climbing ladders and sitting for long periods.
• Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, touch and smell
• Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, gripping

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.

All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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