Scrap Yard Assistant

Scrap Yard Assistant

Job Summary:

The Scrap Yard Assistant supports daily yard operations by assisting with the processing, sorting, loading, and organization of scrap metal materials. This position helps maintain a safe, clean, and efficient work environment while ensuring materials are handled properly and customers are assisted as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with unloading and loading scrap materials from customer vehicles and company trucks
• Sort scrap metal by type and grade as directed
• Prepare materials for processing (cutting, stacking, banding, or staging)
• Assist equipment operators and yard personnel as needed
• Maintain organization of yard inventory and storage areas
• Keep yard clean and free of debris to maintain safety standards
• Direct customers to proper unloading areas
• Follow company safety policies and wear required PPE at all times
• Perform general labor duties as assigned
• Perform other general labor duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in scrap, recycling, construction, or industrial environment preferred
• Basic knowledge of scrap metal types is a plus
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Strong attention to safety

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Frequently lift 50 pounds
• Stand, walk, bend, twist, and climb throughout the workday
• Ability to work around heavy equipment and moving machinery

Work Environment:

• Outdoor scrap yard environment
• Exposure to dust, noise, sharp materials, and heavy equipment
• Non-climate-controlled setting

Safety

• Must follow all company safety policies and procedures

Pre-Employment Drug Screening Requirement

All applicants must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of employment. Failure to complete or pass the required drug test may result in disqualification from consideration for employment

Compliance Statement

This position requires compliance with all company policies, safety procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.