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Ferrous Yard Laborer/Heavy Equipment Operator

METALICO

Buffalo, NY | Full Time

$54k-74k (estimate)

2 Weeks Ago

Ferrous Yard Laborer/Heavy Equipment Operator

METALICO Buffalo, NY

$54k-74k (estimate)

Full Time | Wholesale 2 Weeks Ago

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METALICO is Hiring a Ferrous Yard Laborer/Heavy Equipment Operator Near Buffalo, NY

JOB TITLE: Ferrous Yard Laborer / Heavy Equipment Operator in training
REPORTS TO: Ferrous Operations Manager
JOB TYPE: Full-time, non-exempt
LOCATION: Metalico Buffalo (127 Fillmore Ave. Buffalo, NY 14210)
HOURS: Monday-Friday 7:00AM-4:00PM, Saturdays as needed
RESPONSIBILITIES:

Load and unload scrap metal materials.
Clean and prepare the job site in a tidy and safe manner.
Use a variety of tools and machines; blowtorches, forklifts, lifts, power drills, grinders, saws, pressure washers, and water spraying equipment.
Sort and process scrap metal according to grade and size.
Communicate with managers, supervisors, co-workers, and customers clearly and respectfully.
Must be able to work assigned schedule.
Must be able to perform a variety of tasks in all kinds of weather/seasons.
Required to wear proper PPE (steel-toed boots, hard hats, safety glasses, etc.)
Operate rail scale to weigh in/out railcars.
Operate loader to push piles and lift off material.
Operate yard roll-off truck to transport material.
Coverage for yard inspector for scheduled time off and breaks.
Help grease, gas, and other miscellaneous tasks to help get equipment ready for the day.
Learn the functionality of heavy equipment to one day run it efficiently.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Ability to operate bobcats, forklifts, loaders a plus.
Ability to lift 50 lbs., and stand for long periods of time.
Knowledge of the various ferrous and non-ferrous metals is a plus.
Quick learner who can follow directions.
Good communication skills.
Team player.
Organized, consistent, and good at multitasking.
Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to work.

BENEFITS:

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.
Flexible Spending Account (Out of pocket).
401(k) (1% company match).
Aflac Services (Out of pocket).
Life Insurance (25k paid through the company).
Paid Vacation.
Paid Sick Time.

Metalico is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.