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SA Recycling

Equipment Operator

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$16.75 - $22.75/hr

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a diligent, reliable and talented individual to join our team as a Equipment Operator. As a ...

SA Recycling

Equipment Operator

Beaver Falls, PA · On-site

$17 - $23.25/hr

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a diligent, dependable and experienced individual to join our team as an Equipment Operator. As ...

SA Recycling

Equipment Operator

Bowling Green, KY · On-site

$18.50 - $25.25/hr

Equipment Operator SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a diligent, reliable and talented individual to join our team as a Equipment ...

SA Recycling

Equipment Operator

Poplar Bluff, MO

$17 - $23.25/hr

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a diligent, reliable and talented individual to join our team as a Equipment Operator. As a ...

SA Recycling

Equipment Operator

Beaver Falls, PA · On-site

$17 - $23.25/hr

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a diligent, dependable and experienced individual to join our team as an Equipment Operator. As ...

SA Recycling

Shredder Operator

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a dependable, diligent and safety-conscious Shredder Operator to join our production team. The ...

SA Recycling

Mobile Equipment Operator

Paragould, AR · On-site

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a diligent, reliable and talented individual to join our team as a Equipment Operator. As a ...

SA Recycling

Equipment Operator

El Paso, TX · On-site

$17.25 - $23.50/hr

As a Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of a heavy ... SA Recycling offers: * Competitive Pay * Choice of 2 Medical plans, with Dental, Vision, and Life ...

SA Recycling

Equipment Operator

New Castle, PA · On-site

$16.50 - $22.50/hr

As an Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of a ... SA Recycling offers: * Competitive Pay * Eligible for Safety and Profitability Bonuses

SA Recycling

Heavy Equipment Operator

Gainesville, TX

As an Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of heavy ... This position will work outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to ...

SA Recycling

Equipment Operator

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$18.50 - $25.25/hr

Equipment Operator SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a diligent, reliable and talented individual to join our team as a Equipment ...

SA Recycling

Equipment Operator

Elyria, OH · On-site

$17.25 - $23.75/hr

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a dependable and experienced Equipment Operator to join our team. As an Equipment Operator, you ...

SA Recycling

Equipment Operator

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$18.50 - $25.25/hr

Equipment Operator SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a diligent, reliable and talented individual to join our team as a Equipment ...

SA Recycling

Equipment Operator

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$19 - $25.75/hr

As a Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of a heavy ... SA Recycling offers: * Competitive Pay * Choice of 2 Medical plans, with Dental, Vision, and Life ...

SA Recycling

Equipment Operator

Bowling Green, KY · On-site

$18.50 - $25.25/hr

Equipment Operator SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a diligent, reliable and talented individual to join our team as a Equipment ...

SA Recycling

Equipment Operator

Elyria, OH · On-site

$17.25 - $23.75/hr

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a dependable and experienced Equipment Operator to join our team. As an Equipment Operator, you ...

SA Recycling

Equipment Operator

Poplar Bluff, MO · On-site

$17 - $23.25/hr

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a diligent, reliable and talented individual to join our team as a Equipment Operator. As a ...

SA Recycling

Equipment Operator

Nashville, TN

$18 - $24.75/hr

As a Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of a heavy ... SA Recycling offers: * Competitive Pay * Choice of 2 Medical plans, with Dental, Vision, and Life ...

SA Recycling

Equipment Operator

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$16.75 - $22.75/hr

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a diligent, reliable and talented individual to join our team as a Equipment Operator. As a ...

SA Recycling

Equipment Operator

El Monte, CA · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

As a Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of a heavy ... SA Recycling offers: * Competitive Pay * Choice of 2 Medical plans, with Dental, Vision, and Life ...

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Do workers at SA Recycling get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
71% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

Does SA Recycling pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
47% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

At SA Recycling, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
36% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and March 2026.

Is the health insurance from SA Recycling affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
92% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get paid time off at SA Recycling?

Most people get paid time off work.
96% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 100% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2025.

Do workers at SA Recycling worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
71% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2025.

Do SA Recycling workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
46% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2025.

How easy is it for SA Recycling workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
36% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at SA Recycling?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
76% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

Do SA Recycling managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
93% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2025.

Do jobs at SA Recycling spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
8% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2025.

How easy is it to take sick days at SA Recycling?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
79% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Is working at SA Recycling good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
80% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at SA Recycling feel treated with respect by their managers?

Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
35% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

Do people at SA Recycling get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
58% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Is it stressful to work at SA Recycling?

Most people feel stressed here.
83% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

Do people at SA Recycling enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
74% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

Do people at SA Recycling recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
60% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at SA Recycling?

Most people got enough training when they started.
69% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

Do people get support to advance at SA Recycling?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 42% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

Do people think SA Recycling’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
84% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how SA Recycling is doing?

Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.
68% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

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Equipment Operator

SA Recycling

Saint Louis, MO • On-site

$16.75 - $22.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 5 days ago

SA Recycling rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 42 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

65th of 91 rated recycling and waste

Job description

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for a diligent, reliable and talented individual to join our team as a Equipment Operator. As a Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of different types of heavy equipment such as Liebherr or Sennebogen material handlers and Volvo front end loaders to load and unload containers and trailers, and lift and move scrap metal and other materials around the recycling yard.

This position will work outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

SA Recycling offers:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Eligible for Safety and Performance Bonuses
  • Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care
  • 401k with a Company Match
  • Growth opportunities and promotions from within
  • Weekly Pay
  • Referral Incentives
  • Company provided uniforms and PPE
  • Advancement Opportunities

Responsibilities of an Equipment Operator         

  • Preform pre- and post- operations inspections of assigned equipment according to Company policy to ensure windows, lights, mirrors, review cameras, and safety features are clean and operable.
  • Continuously check the condition of the equipment to ensure it is always operationally ready to minimize production downtime.
  • Determine load weights and verify against lifting abilities to prevent overloads and dangerous situations.
  • Safe and efficient operations of the assigned machine to move vehicles for decommissioning, debris to proper storage site, and the loading of trucks and/or train cars.
  • Aid in yard organization to help meet targeted production goals.
  • Preform routine maintenance functions of assigned machine (fueling, lubricating, and cleaning).
  • Perform daily loader inspections and report any concerns, defects or needed repairs to supervisor.
  • Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.

Qualifications of Equipment Operator

  • High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent work experience.
  • 1 years’ experience running Volvo front end loaders and/or Liebherr or Sennebogen material handlers in the scrap metal, waste, or demolition industries preferred.
  • Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) a plus.
  • Ability to carry out instructions provided in written or oral form.
  • Ability to learn new tasks as assigned required.

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified). 

All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

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