What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator position at American Iron and Metal?
Company Description
American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.
Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products.
We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more
sustainable future for all.
It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.
What we offer!
- A competitive wage, vacation, benefits and a 401k matching program
- The tools and support needed to be successful in your career and professional development
- A dynamic & rewarding work environment that is also a lot of fun!
Job Description
As a H/E Operator, this position requires strong operation skills, adherence to safety regulations, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Your primary responsibility will be to operate a crane while supporting the overall operations.
Responsibilities
- Safely operating a equipment to lift, move, and position metal materials within the facility
- Lifting and transporting metal materials using attachments such as magnets or grapples, and safely place them in designated areas or processing equipment
- Experience with skid steer, mobile crane, excavator
- Loading and unloading trucks and containers, ensuring proper weight distribution and load security
- Collaborating and communicating effectively with team members, supervisors, and other personnel
- Conducting pre and post inspections of the crane, including overall crane maintenance
- You may be asked to operator the following heavy equipment: Crane, Shear, Loader
- During any down time, you may be required to perform general yard maintenance, assist the rail team, and perform cleaning around the yard/department circle checks of machinery
Qualifications
- Operator certification and/or experience is required
- Minimum of 1 years of experience operating in a heavy industrial setting
- Attention to detail and the ability to accurately position and handle different types of metal materials
- Solid understanding of safety protocols and procedures related to crane operation and material handling
- Comfortable using various crane attachments, such as magnets or grapples
- Familiarity with metal recycling processes, materials, and specifications is advantageous
- Must be comfortable working outdoors and in a heavy industrial environment
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
