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Heavy Equipment/Excavator/Material Handler Operator

Didion Orf Recycling
James, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/16/2026

At Didion Orf Recycling we are Doing what is Right for a Better Tomorrow by recycling electronics and metal materials. We are a family-owned company that has been in business for more than 30 years. Our team lives by Four Core Values. We are Personable, Tenacious, Innovative and focus on Selfless Service.

We are currently seeking to hire a Material Handler/Excavator Operator that possesses our same values. 

Duties and Responsibilities of the Material Handler Operator

  • Operate material handler (excavator) with grapple, magnet and/or shear to move, manage and organize metals.
  • Appropriately identify, handle, sort and process materials.
  • Load and unload trucks with metals in a safe manner with excavator.
  • Customer service.
  • Perform the staging and inspection of materials.
  • Report non-conforming materials.
  • Assist with organization of steel yard and make space for new product daily.
  • Perform daily safety and maintenance inspections on equipment before operating.

Skills and Experience

  • MORE THAN 2 YEARS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED accurately, efficiently and safely operating excavator/material handler.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Experience in scrap metals and/or demoliton is a plus.

Benefits of Working at Didion Orf Recycling

  • Medical Insurance with Deductible Reimbursement Plan
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life and Disability Insurance Plans
  • Flexible Spending Plan
  • 401k Plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Flexible Scheduling 
  • Pay commensurate with experience

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