Scrap Metal Excavator Operator

The Scrap Metal Excavator Operator safely operates excavators equipped with grapple, magnet, bucket, and hydraulic shear attachments. The operator unloads, sorts, sizes, processes, stockpiles, and loads scrap metal while maintaining material quality, safe workflow, and equipment condition.

• Operate excavators with grapple, magnet, bucket, and hydraulic shear attachments safely and efficiently
• Inspect and document the condition of the excavator, attachments, hydraulic systems, blades, cables, alarms, and safety devices before use
• Unload, sort, and separate ferrous and non-ferrous metals by type, grade, size, and processing requirements while minimizing contamination
• Use the hydraulic shear to safely cut and size approved metal for processing, storage, or shipment
• Identify and isolate hazardous or prohibited materials, including sealed containers, cylinders, batteries, fuel-containing equipment, hot material, and unidentified items; never shear suspect material
• Build and maintain separated stockpiles and load trucks, trailers, and containers within approved capacity limits
• Maintain a controlled work zone, monitor swing radius and blind spots, and communicate with spotters, drivers, scale personnel, and other operators
• Perform routine cleaning and operator maintenance and immediately report equipment damage, leaks, spills, fires, or unsafe conditions
• Follow all Company safety, traffic, lockout/tagout, fire-prevention, attachment-change, and personal protective equipment requirements

• Company-approved excavator qualification or ability to complete required training and evaluation
• Previous excavator experience in scrap metal recycling, demolition, steel, or a similar heavy-industrial environment preferred
• Experience with excavator-mounted grapples, magnets, and hydraulic shears preferred
• Knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, safe shearing practices, equipment limits, and hazardous scrap identification preferred
• Ability to communicate clearly, follow safety procedures, and work around noise, dust, sharp materials, uneven terrain, and moving equipment
• Ability to work outdoors, perform routine operator maintenance, and work overtime, weekends, or varying shifts as needed
• Must be at least 21 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States

• Family-friendly Company culture
• Annual salary increases available
• Medical, dental, vision benefits, ability to enroll in 401(k) with up to 4% match
• Paid time off and sick time
• Provide employees with professional development opportunities that include training and specialized programs designed to enhance one’s career with Mazza Recycling.

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