Mobile Equipment - Forklift Operator

Mobile Equipment Forklift Operator’s main goal is to move material where we need it. They load and unload scrap metal from flatbed trucks and work in outdoor all‑weather conditions.

• Unload and load flatbed trucks hauling scrap metal.
• Inspect and determine metal grade for inventory tracking.
• Perform daily operation and safety inspection.
• Communicates with office and truck drivers to determine commodities to load.
• Moves scrap metal boxes around the yard.
• Works with customers to satisfy their needs and assist them when problems arise.
• Work with other employees in the scrap metal yard to ensure a safe working environment.
• Move sensitive cargo i.e. propane tanks from the storage area to the torch area.
• Perform normal daily operation maintenance refueling, lubrication, cooling system cleaning, and housekeeping.
• Clean up work area at the end of shift.
• Keep work areas neat and orderly.
• Regular attendance and punctuality are essential job functions.
• Organizing materials to have more effective use of space.
• Dispose of various waste materials in the appropriate manner.
• Inspection to ensure cleanup is completed.
• Effective housekeeping in workplace area is an ongoing operation for safety and better hygienic conditions for all team members.

• Employees in this position prior to April 2014 are presumed to be qualified and are "grandfathered" into their positions.
• Must pass a medical physical and drug test.
• Must pass a background check and credit check.
• Preferred – high school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptable.
• Bi‑lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus.
• Ability to communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demands.
• Previous experience operating a forklift a plus.

Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, and SA Recycling safety, health, and environmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

• Competitive pay.
• Eligible for safety and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• Growth opportunities and promotions from within.
• Weekly pay.
• Referral incentives.
• Company provided uniforms and PPE.

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