HEAVY EQUIPMENT CRANE OPERATOR

Heavy Equipment / Crane OperatorWe are seeking a dependable, safety-conscious Heavy Equipment / Crane Operator to join our team at a busy metal recycling facility. This position is responsible for safely operating cranes and other heavy equipment to move, sort, load, and unload scrap metal and recyclable materials throughout the facility. The ideal candidate will have experience operating industrial equipment, the ability to work in a fast-paced outdoor environment, and a strong commitment to workplace safety, productivity, and teamwork.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesSafely operate overhead cranes, mobile cranes, material handlers, and other heavy equipment as assigned.Load and unload scrap metal from trucks, trailers, and processing areas.Move, sort, and organize ferrous and non-ferrous metals throughout the recycling yard.Use crane attachments, magnets, grapples, and other material-handling equipment.Maintain proper awareness of employees, customers, vehicles, and surrounding equipment.Perform daily equipment inspections and report mechanical issues or safety concerns.Follow all company safety procedures and operating guidelines.Maintain an organized and clean work area.Assist with general yard operations and material processing when needed.Communicate effectively with yard personnel, scale operators, truck drivers, and management.Meet daily production goals while maintaining safe operating practices.Qualifications & RequirementsPrevious experience operating cranes or heavy equipment preferred.Experience in a scrap metal recycling facility or industrial environment is a plus.Ability to safely operate equipment around moving vehicles and personnel.Knowledge of material handling and scrap metal sorting preferred.Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team.Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.Willingness to perform additional yard duties as needed.Physical & Work Environment RequirementsAbility to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.Ability to sit for extended periods while operating equipment.Ability to climb equipment steps and access operator platforms.Ability to work in a loud, industrial environment.Ability to maintain alertness and awareness throughout the workday.Ability to occasionally assist with physical yard duties.