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Equipment operators may perform various duties, such as feeding the shredder feed conveyor, loading and unloading trucks, and moving materials safely about the yard. This position requires attention to detail and a strong emphasis on safety.\nABOUT HARMON SCRAP METAL\nWe are Harmon Scrap Metal, we recycle by processing scrap metal, and we are growing by the day. Our mission is to empower people to recycle the past to impact the future. We are intentional and disciplined in our pursuit to see every team member reach their personal, professional, and financial goals through the work we do together. Our core values, Discipline, Trust, Accountability, Alignment, and Adaptability and Safety are the backbone of our business. They guide our hiring process and daily operations. We are transparent and results-oriented in all we do.\nPERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES\nProperly follow company and OSHA safety procedures; attend safety meetings and participate in safety program\nOperate heavy equipment of various sizes, including material handler, loaders, skid steers, etc.\nDuties include but are not limited to loading scrap into trailers, unloading vehicles, moving material throughout the yard, loading trucks\nPerform daily pre-operation inspections on equipment, reporting any defects or needed repairs via CRMM app\nKeep grounds clear of debris while maintaining safety standards\nGeneral labor duties that may include but not limited to sweeping, shoveling and general clean-up of any area and/or equipment throughout the yard\nEffectively communicate over radio with teammates and truck drivers for traffic coordination, production, and safety procedures\nAttend and participate in internal meetings and complete required training\nPerforms other related duties as assigned by management\nBENEFITS\nCompany Paid Life Insurance, STD, Employee Dental & Vision Insurance \nMedical Insurance \nPaid Holidays\nPTO Program\nProfessional Training & Development Opportunities\nCOMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY\nAs an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the needs of a multigenerational and multicultural workforce, Harmon Scrap Metal recognizes that a diverse staff, reflective of our community, is an integral and welcome part of a successful and ethical business. We hire local talent at all levels regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability and actively foster inclusion in all forms both within our company and across interactions with clients, candidates, and partners.\nIf this position caught your eye, send us your resume! 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