Heavy Equipment Operator (2nd Shift) in Muskegon, Michigan at Beacon Recycling Inc

The role of the Heavy Equipment Operator is to operate various equipment to lift, load, and sort metals or other material in a safe and accurate manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices to prevent injuries or damage
• Operates traveling or stationary material handlers and heavy equipment as needed to lift, move, and position various materials and equipment; observes load hookup and determines safe load capacities
• Performs pre-start checks and maintains records
• Ensures that outside areas kept neat and clean, and scraps and yard debris are appropriately recycled or disposed
• Reports safety hazards immediately
• Assists customers in unloading provides delivery status information, inventory availability and answers related questions
• Other responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Work Experience

• 3-5 years industry-related experience with tools and equipment as required

Skills and Knowledge

• Good communication skills in English and ability to comprehend and follow written procedures, container labels and safety precautions
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
• Basic math
• Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to equipment operations
• Ability to learn to recognize and classify metals such as brass, copper, stainless steel, aluminum and other metals
• Able to lift and carry up to 25lbs frequently and on occasion up to 80lbs
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of this position
• Ability to stand, walk, lift, bend, squat, stoop, etc. for long periods of time
• Must be willing to learn and strictly follow all company safety procedures

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed primarily in an outdoor yard environment, subject to variations in temperature and weather, equipment noise and dust. Must be able to work in all weather conditions.