Tomball, TX · On-site
$27.56 - $29.80/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Material may be loaded or unloaded from truck, rail, or barge. Overhead Crane- Scrap Yard Operators use overhead cranes to load charge buckets for the furnace. Based on melt schedule and scrap ...
Tomball, TX · On-site
$27.56 - $29.80/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Material may be loaded or unloaded from truck, rail, or barge. Overhead Crane- Scrap Yard Operators use overhead cranes to load charge buckets for the furnace. Based on melt schedule and scrap ...
Tomball, TX · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Material may be loaded or unloaded from truck, rail, or barge. Overhead Crane- Scrap Yard Operators use overhead cranes to load charge buckets for the furnace. Based on melt schedule and scrap ...
Tomball, TX · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Material may be loaded or unloaded from truck, rail, or barge. Overhead Crane- Scrap Yard Operators use overhead cranes to load charge buckets for the furnace. Based on melt schedule and scrap ...
Vidor, TX · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Material may be loaded or unloaded from truck, rail, or barge. Overhead Crane- Scrap Yard Operators use overhead cranes to load charge buckets for the furnace. Based on melt schedule and scrap ...
Vidor, TX · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Material may be loaded or unloaded from truck, rail, or barge. Overhead Crane- Scrap Yard Operators use overhead cranes to load charge buckets for the furnace. Based on melt schedule and scrap ...
Tomball, TX · On-site
$27.56 - $29.80/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Material may be loaded or unloaded from truck, rail, or barge. Overhead Crane- Scrap Yard Operators use overhead cranes to load charge buckets for the furnace. Based on melt schedule and scrap ...
Tomball, TX · On-site
$27.56 - $29.80/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Material may be loaded or unloaded from truck, rail, or barge. Overhead Crane- Scrap Yard Operators use overhead cranes to load charge buckets for the furnace. Based on melt schedule and scrap ...
Portage, IN · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
The Scrap Yard Operator is responsible for the operation of the Scale House as well as the proper ... from the Department of Labor.
Portage, IN · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
The Scrap Yard Operator is responsible for the operation of the Scale House as well as the proper ... from the Department of Labor.
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Material may be loaded or unloaded from truck, rail, or barge. Overhead Crane- Scrap Yard Operators use overhead cranes to load charge buckets for the furnace. Based on melt schedule and scrap ...
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Material may be loaded or unloaded from truck, rail, or barge. Overhead Crane- Scrap Yard Operators use overhead cranes to load charge buckets for the furnace. Based on melt schedule and scrap ...
Portage, IN · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Scrap Yard Operator Job Summary: The Scrap Yard Operator is responsible for the operation of the ... from the Department of Labor.
Portage, IN · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Scrap Yard Operator Job Summary: The Scrap Yard Operator is responsible for the operation of the ... from the Department of Labor.
Hanover, PA · On-site
$16.50 - $17.50/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Scrap Yard Inspector - Hanover, PA Staiman Recycling Corporation is seeking a dependable and safety ... company specifications, are free from environmental hazards, and are processed safely and ...
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Hanover, PA · On-site
$16.50 - $17.50/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Scrap Yard Inspector - Hanover, PA Staiman Recycling Corporation is seeking a dependable and safety ... company specifications, are free from environmental hazards, and are processed safely and ...
Sayreville, NJ · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Our success comes from finding, retaining, and supporting the highest quality talent by offering ... Oversee Mill Services yard operations * Provide a daily/weekly scrap inventory report to Melt Shop ...
Sayreville, NJ · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Our success comes from finding, retaining, and supporting the highest quality talent by offering ... Oversee Mill Services yard operations * Provide a daily/weekly scrap inventory report to Melt Shop ...
Sayreville, NJ · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Our success comes from finding, retaining, and supporting the highest quality talent by offering ... Oversee Mill Services yard operations * Provide a daily/weekly scrap inventory report to Melt Shop ...
Sayreville, NJ · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Our success comes from finding, retaining, and supporting the highest quality talent by offering ... Oversee Mill Services yard operations * Provide a daily/weekly scrap inventory report to Melt Shop ...
... yard, and rail car dismantling operations; procurement of car bodies and shredder feed from local scrap dealers for the shredder, receiving, inspecting, transfer, placement, blending, and timely ...
... yard, and rail car dismantling operations; procurement of car bodies and shredder feed from local scrap dealers for the shredder, receiving, inspecting, transfer, placement, blending, and timely ...
... yard, and rail car dismantling operations; procurement of car bodies and shredder feed from local scrap dealers for the shredder, receiving, inspecting, transfer, placement, blending, and timely ...
... yard, and rail car dismantling operations; procurement of car bodies and shredder feed from local scrap dealers for the shredder, receiving, inspecting, transfer, placement, blending, and timely ...
$22 - $25/hr
... from you! Key Responsibilities * Operate an excavator to move, sort, load, and process scrap metal ... Perform general yard labor and equipment-related duties as assigned. Qualifications * Minimum of ...
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$22 - $25/hr
... from you! Key Responsibilities * Operate an excavator to move, sort, load, and process scrap metal ... Perform general yard labor and equipment-related duties as assigned. Qualifications * Minimum of ...
$22 - $25/hr
... from you! Key Responsibilities * Operate an excavator to move, sort, load, and process scrap metal ... Perform general yard labor and equipment-related duties as assigned. Qualifications * Minimum of ...
Quick apply
$22 - $25/hr
... from you! Key Responsibilities * Operate an excavator to move, sort, load, and process scrap metal ... Perform general yard labor and equipment-related duties as assigned. Qualifications * Minimum of ...
Be Seen First
Bradenton, FL · On-site
$15/hr
PTO
Assisting customers with loading and unloading scrap metal from their vehicles. * Yard maintenance: Keeping the scrap yard clean and organized, including removing debris and disposing of waste ...
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Be Seen First
Bradenton, FL · On-site
$15/hr
PTO
Assisting customers with loading and unloading scrap metal from their vehicles. * Yard maintenance: Keeping the scrap yard clean and organized, including removing debris and disposing of waste ...
Be Seen First
Bradenton, FL · On-site
$15/hr
PTO
Assisting customers with loading and unloading scrap metal from their vehicles. * Yard maintenance: Keeping the scrap yard clean and organized, including removing debris and disposing of waste ...
Quick apply
Be Seen First
Bradenton, FL · On-site
$15/hr
PTO
Assisting customers with loading and unloading scrap metal from their vehicles. * Yard maintenance: Keeping the scrap yard clean and organized, including removing debris and disposing of waste ...
Be Seen First
Salem, OH · On-site
$18 - $22/hr
Dental
PTO
You'll learn the scrap metal business, how different metals are identified and valued, and how a recycling yard operates from the buying scale to processing. There is an opportunity to take on ...
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Be Seen First
Salem, OH · On-site
$18 - $22/hr
Dental
PTO
You'll learn the scrap metal business, how different metals are identified and valued, and how a recycling yard operates from the buying scale to processing. There is an opportunity to take on ...
$15.50 - $19.75/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Our success comes from finding, retaining, and supporting the highest quality talent by offering ... Keep scrap car tracks clear of debris * Ensure equipment inspection reports are filled out each ...
$15.50 - $19.75/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Our success comes from finding, retaining, and supporting the highest quality talent by offering ... Keep scrap car tracks clear of debris * Ensure equipment inspection reports are filled out each ...
Blue Island, IL · On-site
$18/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
The Scrap Inspector is the first line of defense for yard safety, material quality, and compliance ... Safely recover Freon or refrigerants from appliances following company procedures * Use proper PPE ...
Blue Island, IL · On-site
$18/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
The Scrap Inspector is the first line of defense for yard safety, material quality, and compliance ... Safely recover Freon or refrigerants from appliances following company procedures * Use proper PPE ...
Sayreville, NJ · On-site
$15.50 - $19.75/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Our success comes from finding, retaining, and supporting the highest quality talent by offering ... Keep scrap car tracks clear of debris * Ensure equipment inspection reports are filled out each ...
Sayreville, NJ · On-site
$15.50 - $19.75/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Our success comes from finding, retaining, and supporting the highest quality talent by offering ... Keep scrap car tracks clear of debris * Ensure equipment inspection reports are filled out each ...
$11.54 - $13.09
2% of jobs
$13.09 - $14.64
4% of jobs
$14.64 - $16.19
8% of jobs
$17.64 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$16.19 - $17.74
12% of jobs
$17.74 - $19.30
22% of jobs
The median wage is $19.59 / hr.
$19.30 - $20.85
14% of jobs
$22.08 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$20.85 - $22.40
17% of jobs
$22.40 - $23.95
9% of jobs
$23.95 - $25.50
9% of jobs
$25.50 - $27.05
3% of jobs
$27.05 - $28.61
1% of jobs
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| Aspect | From Home Scrap Yard | Scrap Yard Worker |
|---|---|---|
| Work Environment | Primarily remote or from home, with occasional site visits | On-site at scrap yard facilities |
| Required Credentials | Basic knowledge of scrap materials, safety training | Physical fitness, safety certifications, sometimes specialized training |
| Industry Usage | Used for administrative, sales, or consulting roles in scrap industry | Hands-on roles involving sorting, handling, and processing scrap materials |
From Home Scrap Yard roles typically involve administrative, sales, or consulting tasks that can be performed remotely, whereas Scrap Yard Workers are physically present at scrap yard sites handling materials. The main difference lies in the work environment and job responsibilities, with the former offering remote flexibility and the latter requiring on-site presence for hands-on tasks.
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$27.56 - $29.80/hr
Other
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement
Re-posted 12 days ago
This position reports to scrap yard management and the melting supervisor. Responsibilities include operation of locomotives, railcar movements (switching) and the operation of material handling equipment and overhead cranes. This is a 24/7 shift position with work performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
Scrap Yard Operators support all scrap delivery and consumption including initial quality and environmental inspection, weighing, data entry, recordkeeping and reporting and inventory management. Pre use inspection and responsible management of equipment is required.
Rail - Scrap Yard Operators are responsible for safe rail movement to support plant operations. Including strategic and timely movement of scrap to the melt shop and providing railcars for all other operational needs.
Material Handler- Scrap Yard Operators load and unload materials as needed with hydraulic material handlers. Material may be loaded or unloaded from truck, rail, or barge.
Overhead Crane- Scrap Yard Operators use overhead cranes to load charge buckets for the furnace. Based on melt schedule and scrap recipes they are key in loading buckets to meet grade requirements. They are responsible for communication of upcoming scrap needs to ensure the prompt delivery of scrap grades to support production.
Requirements
Requirements
• High School diploma/GED
• 2+ years working in an industrial environment
• Experienced in working in extreme weather conditions
• Able to climb, bend, stand or lift items
• Strong Mechanical aptitude
• Must be able to pass a written test, face to face interview and a hands-on assessment
• Use of tools and equipment: Overhead crane, hydraulic material handler, locomotive, rail cars, computer, handheld radio rail scales
Wages & Benefits
Optimus Steel has a competitive benefit package.
Medical/Prescription
Dental, Vision, Health & Dependent Care FSA
401K, Company match
Basic Life/Accident Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Salary Description
$27.56-29.80 Per-hour
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Coal, metals and minerals mining
201 - 500 Employees
Vidor, TX, US
2018
