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Equipment Operator Scrap Material Handler Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Material Handler

Plainville, GA · On-site

$17.57/hr

Managing scrap material and trash disposal * Conducting checks and light maintenance on forklifts ... Transporting stock throughout the warehouse using forklifts or similar equipment. * Operating ...

Equipment Operator

Wright City, MO · On-site

$18 - $24.50/hr

As a Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of different ... Liebherr material handler in the scrap metal, waste, or demolition industries preferred ...

Crane Operator

Eau Claire, WI · On-site

$24 - $30/hr

... of scrap metal, a car, or even a bus and you thought that was amazing? Well, that is part of this job! The Equipment Operator is responsible for learning all aspects of the material handler ...

Material Handler

Batavia, OH · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Safely handle steel components, subassemblies, tires, axles, electrical components, wood, and scrap ... Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations while operating equipment and handling materials.

Material Handler

Batavia, OH · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Safely handle steel components, subassemblies, tires, axles, electrical components, wood, and scrap ... Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations while operating equipment and handling materials.

... a scrap yard, including material handlers, front-end loaders, skid steers, and other pieces of ... Equipment operators may perform various duties, such as feeding the shredder feed conveyor, loading ...

... scrap material and trash disposal • Conducting checks and light maintenance on forklifts • ... equipment. • Operating forklifts, and other machinery, controlling switches, loading and ...

Material Handler

Crawfordsville, IN · On-site

$16.33 - $17.47/hr

... scrap material and trash disposal • Conducting checks and light maintenance on forklifts • ... equipment. • Operating forklifts, and other machinery, controlling switches, loading and ...

Material Handler

Pryor, OK · On-site

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

This role requires operating equipment safely, maintaining organized stock, and contributing to the ... scrap buckets and manage scrap material, including loading and unloading trucks. • Deliver ...

Heavy Equipment Operator

Athens, AL · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

... a scrap yard, including material handlers, front-end loaders, skid steers, and other pieces of ... Equipment operators may perform various duties, such as feeding the shredder feed conveyor, loading ...

Heavy Equipment Operator

Athens, AL · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

... a scrap yard, including material handlers, front-end loaders, skid steers, and other pieces of ... Equipment operators may perform various duties, such as feeding the shredder feed conveyor, loading ...

Material Handler

Plant City, FL · On-site

$17.60/hr

... scrap material and trash disposal • Conducting checks and light maintenance on forklifts • ... equipment. • Operating forklifts, and other machinery, controlling switches, loading and ...

Material Handler

Plant City, FL · On-site

$17.60/hr

... scrap material and trash disposal • Conducting checks and light maintenance on forklifts • ... equipment. • Operating forklifts, and other machinery, controlling switches, loading and ...

Material Handler

Calera, AL · On-site

$15.50 - $18.75/hr

Scrap metal Recycling and shredder yard • Equipment & Tools: Shredder & other metal processing ... Shredder Operator _ Work Capacity • Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, touch, smell and taste • ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for equipment operator scrap material handler in the United States is $18.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Equipment Operator (forklift, grapple, etc.)

OK • On-site

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Scrap Management Industries is looking for a Material Handler/Equipment Operator to add to our growing team. This position requires the expert, safe operation of various types of heavy equipment to move, organize, stack, load and unload processed and unprocessed scrap metal. The ideal candidate will have grapple and magnet experience.
Requirements
  • Operates heavy equipment in compliance with the company operating safety policies and procedures
  • Moves and positions raw materials and finished components with use of material moving equipment
  • Conducts routine equipment inspections and preventative maintenance on equipment; maintains accurate records in the form of pre and post shift inspections
  • Monitor and maintain all production equipment, i.e. material handlers, front end wheel loaders, track excavator with shear attachment, semi tractors, rail car mover, skid steer, balers, shears, etc.
  • Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures
  • Expected to report any defects or needed repairs to supervisor immediately
  • Willing to cross-train in other positions and assists other employees as needed
  • Ensure a clean, safe and orderly workplace; clean and prepare sites by removing debris and possible hazards
  • Follow instructions from Shredder & Maintenance Superintendent
  • Must be able to identify and sort various scrap metal commodities
  • Safely categorize and stack scrap metal material
  • Attend all scheduled training and meetings
  • All other duties as assigned

Education and Experience: The minimum level of education and experience required to perform the job at a satisfactory level.
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum of 3 years previous experience operating heavy equipment
  • Expert knowledge of heavy-equipment operating principles

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: The minimum level of knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job at a satisfactory level.
  • Ability to adhere to scheduled hours with dependability and consistency
  • Ability to adapt to a constantly changing landscape
  • Ability to work well under the pressure of meeting demands and deadlines
  • Excellent professional presence and work ethic
  • Must be able to identify scrap metal commodities
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, non-stop environment
  • Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions
  • Ability to operate equipment under varying working conditions
  • Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations
  • English (preferred); Bilingual a plus

Safety: Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.
  • Strictly adhere to all health, safety, and environmental standards
  • Follow all safety guidelines and protocol, including wearing of all PPE
  • Adhere to all local, state, OSHA, and environmental regulations