Description
and Responsibilities
Operate and maintain heavy motorized equipment to unload and load ferrous materials safely and efficiently. In collaboration with the scale operator and office staff, ensure that customers' materials are unloaded smoothly while maintaining a steady flow of traffic in and out of the yard to minimize congestion.
- Operate heavy motorized equipment used in loading / unloading of ferrous material, including, but not limited to, loaders, cranes, grapple cranes, shears, and other equipment used to support the variety of activities essential to the yard operations
- Perform preventative maintenance as required, including checking all fluids to ensure motorized equipment is properly maintained
- Loads trucks accurately (proper weights), safely, and efficiently, and communicates via radio to scale personnel for confirmation of material loaded and any issues that may come up
- Unload transports with ferrous materials, safely and efficiently, and clean (sweep) trailers of excess material
- Stockpile / sort metals and place them in the designated areas
- Use hand-held mobile radio devices to coordinate tasks and resources with yard and scale personnel effectively
- Maintain accurate logs and records daily, weekly, and monthly, and / or as required by supervision
Requirements
Completion of High School and / or equivalentMust have a valid Driver's LicenseKnowledge of yard operationsMust have 2 years of experience operating heavy motorized equipmentKnowledge and understanding of ferrous metals and classificationsCustomer focus : takes responsibility for developing excellent customer service, making sure that all purchases are handled professionally and expeditiouslyCommunication Skills : communicates clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, and / or via mobile radio devicesTeam Player : establishes trust with team members, stating clear expectations, recognizes group morale, and acts to protect and / or build as requiredSelf-motivated : initiates and takes action before being required to do so. Strong work ethic : uses time efficiently, works safely, and ensures everyone around him is working safelyAbility to push, pull, and lift materials up to 50 lbs.Must have reliable transportation as the work site is not accessible by city transitOur total compensation package includes amazing benefits!
Competitive wages and bonus opportunitiesFamily medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee costShort and long term disability programsCompetitive retirement plansFlexible Spending and Health Savings AccountsEmployer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance optionsPaid vacation and recognized statutory holidaysApprenticeship and career advancement within the companyTuition reimbursementWellness programWhile we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Orion Steel Group, is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Orion Steel Group, is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.
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