Scrap Yard Operator

Scrap Yard Operator

Do you love to work outdoors and drive large equipment? Are you detail-oriented and knowledgeable about mobile equipment? Do you want to work in a rugged and exciting environment? Join us in our cultural and digital transformation to build the future and the Gerdau We Are Creating. 

Starting pay is $20.03 an hour plus great benefits!

We Have: 

• A strong global presence with mini-mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the automotive industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.    
• A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation and creates products that serve humanity.  
• An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability. 
• A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology. 

You Have: 

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not necessary
• 2 years of mobile equipment experience is preferred. 
• Ability to work Monday - Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm and some Saturdays

Your Purpose:

You will operate a mobile crane, magnet crane, mobile shear, and stationary shear to process scrap materials, load/unload scrap from trucks or railcars, and move scrap from one area to another.

Your Work:

• Inspect mobile shear, magnet crane, and stationary shear daily and documents on checklists to ensure equipment is maintained and in proper working order.        
• Perform preventive maintenance such as lubrication, greasing, fueling, and keeping cab clean.         
• Inspect for proper scrap grade and safety and environmental concerns such as tanks, cylinders, etc. while shearing.
• Shear unprepared material into prepared state identifying size, thickness, and physical dimensions.
• Use magnet crane to load/unload scrap from customer vehicles into appropriate piles or railcars in order to process for shipping.
• Use mobile equipment to lift and move scrap from one area of the yard to another.

Your Benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire 
• Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account) 
• 100% Matching 401K up to 6% 
• Life/Accidental Life Insurance 
• Bonuses 
• Health Advocate Services 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Tuition Reimbursement Program 
• Career Path System and Training 
• An empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create