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Hydraulic Crane Operator

SA Recycling
St. Louis, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/17/2026

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a diligent, reliable and talented individual to join our team as a Material Handler. As a Material Handler, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of material handler with a grapple or magnet attachment to load and unload containers and trailers; and to lift , sort, and move scrap metal and other materials around the recycling yard or to feed the shredder.

This position will work outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Working hours are from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday, and from 8:00 am – noon on Saturdays.

SA Recycling offers:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Eligible for Safety and Performance Bonuses
  • Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care
  • 401k with a Company Match
  • Growth opportunities and promotions from within
  • Weekly Pay
  • Referral Incentives
  • Company provided uniforms and PPE
  • Advancement Opportunities

Responsibilities of an Equipment Operator         

  • Preform pre- and post- operations inspections of assigned equipment according to Company policy to ensure windows, lights, mirrors, review cameras, and safety features are clean and operable.
  • Continuously check the condition of the equipment to ensure it is always operationally ready to minimize production downtime.
  • Operate wheeled material handlers (Liebherr or Sennebogen) to load and unload scrap metal and debris in preparation for processing or shipping, or to feed material to the auto shredder.
  • Determine load weights and verify against machine lifting capacities to prevent overloads and dangerous situations.
  • Identify, grade, and sort inbound scrap and reject unacceptable items.
  • Direct truck drivers into proper position for loading and unloading scrap metal or other materials.
  • Aid in yard organization to help meet targeted production goals.
  • Preform routine maintenance functions of assigned machine (fueling, lubricating, and cleaning).
  • Perform daily equipment inspections and report any concerns, defects or needed repairs to supervisor.
  • Ensure a safe operating area around machine at all times.
  • Follow all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.

Qualifications of Equipment Operator

  • High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent work experience.
  • 1 years’ experience running a Liebherr or Sennebogen material handler in the scrap metal or demolition industries preferred.
  • Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) a plus.
  • Ability to carry out instructions provided in written or oral form.
  • Ability to learn new tasks as assigned required.

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified). 

All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

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