Heavy Equipment Operator
Heavy Equipment Operator
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Job Description
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The Opportunity
Dartmouth Metals is looking for a self-motivated individual to join our team as Heavy Equipment Officer. Reporting to the Operations Manager and Office Manager the Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the set up operation or maintenance of the material handler or mobile shear while ensuring that all of his/her efforts are compliant with the company Health Safety and Environmental standards. Duties may include the operation of one or several types of power equipment to assist in the lifting and moving of materials as well as the cutting or shearing of metal. The Heavy Equipment Operator should possess knowledge of machines and tools including their designs uses repair and maintenance.
What youll do
Responsibilities
Environmental and Health & Safety (H&S)
- Strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health Safety and Environmental standards.
- Provides a safe environment for all employees customers and visitors.
- Move levers depress foot pedals or turn dials to operate equipment for lifting moving or shearing loads.
- Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions such as other equipment workers or moving objects.
- Examine completed materials for defects and verify conformance to established specifications.
- Test and adjust machine speeds and actions using gauges and hand tools.
- Align machine with reference stakes and guidelines ground or positioning equipment following hand or audio signals form other workers.
- Coordinate machine actions with other activities such as positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
- Provide backup or assistance throughout the yard as needed or assigned.
Equipment & Maintenance
- Assist welder/mechanic in installing aligning and locking specified blades hoses belts and other parts or fixtures and perform general clean up at the shear.
- Report all equipment deficiencies or malfunctions requiring maintenance or repair to the proper supervisor.
- Perform daily inspection and maintenance on equipment.
Job Conditions
This position is regularly exposed to all weather conditions. Physical hazards such as noise fumes and dirt are present due to the equipment machinery and scrap as would be found throughout the scrap yard. Safety shoes hearing protection respirators face shields and additional personal protective equipment as needed must be worn to eliminate the risks associated with these hazards.
What youll need
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- High School diploma GED Certification or experience in a similar role preferred.
- 2 years of experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator (preferred).
- Experience loading sea containers.
Physical Activities Required to Perform Essential Functions:
Ability to: sit frequently; stand and walk frequently on uneven ground and throughout the yard; lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally; push and pull occasionally when moving materials; crouch or bend at the knees consistently to move or access materials or equipment; stoop or bend at the waist consistently to move materials; reach at arms length and overhead frequently; twist and turn at the neck and trunk continually; climb occasionally when obtaining items; manual dexterity required as Heavy Equipment Operator will handle grasp and manipulate materials tools and control knobs constantly; arm-hand steadiness required constantly for precision work; communicate by speech and hearing continually. Visual acuity needed for close detail work. Mental dexterity needed as Heavy Equipment Operator will work independently while demonstrating attention to detail and continuous awareness.
A little bit about us
Dartmouth Metals
Dartmouth Metals is an exciting place to be as a global leader in the thriving metal recycling industry. We specialize in the purchase sale and recycling of metals and e-waste components. Our fast-paced environment features challenging and rewarding work strong teamwork and a commitment to providing quality products and excellent customer service. As a growing company that has been in business for more than 40 years Dartmouth Metals has experienced employees who have been with us for over 30 years working side-by-side with recent hires who constantly bring new ideas and energy into the company.
Are you interested
Work With Us
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Schedule:
- 8-hour shifts
- Day shift Monday to Friday
- Overtime pay
Employment Type
Full-Time
