What are the responsibilities and job description for the Excavator Operator position at W. Silver Recycling?
Full Job Description
W. Silver Recycling is one of the nation's leading recyclers, with a presence covering the Southwest United States and Mexico. W. Silver Recycling has been operating for over 100 years servicing the unique by-product needs of manufacturers in the southwest United States and Mexico. We are currently looking for a Material Handler Operator to operate our Sennebogen equipment at our Santa Teresa, NM facility
General responsibilities:
- Knowledgeable and safe operation of assigned equipment to transfer materials during unloading, loading, processing, and transfer to storage
- Operate a material handler or similar equipment to lift, move, or position material and other items
- Loading or unloading materials from or to designated vehicles including trailers and railcars
- Perform routine pre & post inspections on equipment as per instructions; reporting any unsatisfactory results to supervisor
- Report any damage to company property of any kind including trailers and equipment
- Prepare material for weighing and the recording of weight and other necessary product information on labels or tags or other document
- Accurate, legible, and timely completion of paperwork, tally sheets, and/or reports
- Prepare material properly for shipment and entire load for proper shipping
- Knowledge of various attachments used with assigned material handler such as sling, electromagnet, grapple, or other attachment device
- Remain aware of surrounding work environment to insure safe operation of equipment around other persons or equipment in the area
- Performing other duties as assigned by direct supervisor or department manager
- This position is not a forklift operator position; this position will require knowledge of operation of heavy equipment
Physical Demands
Walks, sits, stands, bends, lifts, climb stairs, and moves continually during working hours. Is subject to lifting over 50 pounds.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position, and the expected work hours are 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday; weekend work is also necessary on a need basis.
Required Education and Experience
High school diploma. Prefer at least 3 years of experience with heavy equipment operation.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
