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Mobile Equipment Operator

EMR Metal Recycling
New Orleans, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/26/2026
About Us:

EMR is one of the world’s leading metal recycling companies with a history spanning decades. At EMR, our employees are the heart and soul of our organization. We are committed to creating a workplace that prioritizes the well-being and safety of everyone. Our company provides a supportive and inclusive community where everyone's ideas and contributions are valued. We believe in teamwork and collaboration.

 

Our mission is to provide our customers with efficient and reliable metal recycling services while minimizing the environmental impact of our operations. EMR recycles ten million tons of material annually, everything from beverage cans to aircraft carriers.  We work with a wide variety of metals including copper, aluminum, brass, and stainless steel and can recycle it into more than 200 different types of new sustainable raw materials.

 

EMR offers our team a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans with company match, wellbeing benefits, employee assistance program and more. Join us and be a part of a team that puts people first!

Join a global leader in the Metal Recycling Industry!  

   

What We Offer:  

  • Career advancement and on the job training 
  • Paid time off and 8 paid company holidays  
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and EAP   
  • 401k with Company match  

  

The Heavy Equipment Operator uses various heavy machinery to load, unload, and transport scrap metal materials within the yard. Equipment includes forklifts, front-end loaders, material handlers, and excavators. Promote a safe, secure and healthy work environment while keeping equipment clean and well maintained.   

What You'll Be Doing:   

  • Safely operate heavy equipment including Fuchs Material Handler, forklift and more  
  • Perform daily maintenance and inspections on equipment such as lubricating, fueling  
  • Complete daily inspection reports
  • Equipment and site cleanup
  • Power wash equipment as needed  
  • Other duties as assigned  

Skills you have:  

  • High level of customer service to the people we serve 
  • Excellent attention to safety  
  • Understanding of mechanics involving trucks and trailers   

Education & Experience:  

  • Previous heavy equipment experience preferred  
  • Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds
  • High School Diploma/GED  

#LI-Onsite

 
EMR USA Metal Recycling provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
 

*E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve lawful workforce.

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