Yard Operator

 Location: Guelph  Gerdau

Join Our Team as a Yard Operator

Gerdau is seeking a motivated and safety-focused Yard Operator to support our daily yard operations. This hands-on role is critical to the success of our scrap processing and recycling operations and offers an opportunity to build valuable skills in equipment operation, material inspection, and scrap grading.

If you enjoy working outdoors, operating heavy equipment, and being part of a team that prioritizes safety, quality, and customer service, we'd like to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As a Yard Operator, you will:

• Follow all Gerdau safety, environmental, and operational procedures.
• Inspect incoming scrap materials to ensure they meet quality and environmental standards.
• Identify and communicate scrap grades, deductions, and downgrades.
• Scan all incoming materials for radiation and follow quarantine procedures when required.
• Safely operate loaders and material handling equipment to load and unload materials.
• Ensure outbound materials meet customer specifications and quality standards.
• Perform and document daily equipment inspections and routine equipment care.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Provide exceptional customer service to suppliers and customers.
• Participate in daily safety meetings and activities.

Additional Responsibilities

Depending on location and business needs, you may also:

• Assist with inventory counts.
• Support equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Operate baling equipment.
• Assist with non-ferrous material processing, including copper, brass, and aluminum.
• Support yard operations to improve safety, efficiency, and profitability.
• Stage and move materials using a material handler.
• Contribute ideas and solutions for continuous improvement.

Locations with Rail Operations

In facilities with rail service, responsibilities may include:

• Operating yard locomotives.
• Coupling and uncoupling rail cars.
• Activating rail switches.
• Setting brakes and wheel blocks.
• Moving loaded and empty rail cars in accordance with operating procedures.

What We're Looking For

• Strong commitment to safety.
• Willingness to learn scrap grading and yard operations.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to work with heavy equipment.
• Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills.
• Customer-focused attitude.
• Desire to continuously develop skills and grow within Gerdau.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in scrap, recycling, industrial, construction, manufacturing, or heavy equipment operations is an asset but not required.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in an industrial environment.

Why Gerdau?

At Gerdau, safety comes first. We are committed to developing our employees, promoting from within, and fostering a workplace built on teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Apply today and become part of a company that is helping build the future through sustainable steel and recycling operations.