Equipment Operator

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 Equipment Operator.  As a Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of different types of heavy equipment to load and unload containers and trailers, and lift and move scrap metal and other materials around the recycling yard.

This position will work outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Current working hours are from 7:45 am to 4:15 pm Monday through Friday, and from 7:45am to 12:15pm on Saturdays.  Overtime hours may be scheduled. 

SA Recycling offers:

• Competitive Pay


• Eligible for Safety and Performance Bonuses


• Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care


• 401k with a Company Match


• Growth opportunities and promotions from within


• Weekly Pay


• Referral Incentives


• Company provided uniforms and PPE


• Advancement Opportunities

Responsibilities of an Equipment Operator         

• Operate various types of wheeled  heavy equipment such as Volvo wheeled loaders or Liebherr material handlers using proper techniques.


• 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.


• 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.


• Assist in meeting production goals, by meeting or exceeding productivity standards.


• 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.

Qualifications of Equipment Operator

• High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent work experience.


• 1 years’ experience running a front end loader or a Liebherr material handler in the scrap metal, waste, or demolition 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.

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 applicants must be 18 years of age or older.