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Travel Equipment Operator

RecyclingDecatur, ALMay 21st, 2026
SA Recycling is one of the largest scrap metal recyclers in the United States. We are growing, growing, growing! Our operations are quickly expanding.SA Recycling proudly supports the military community We are looking for a Travel Equipment Operator. Our Equipment Operator will travel with their own vehicle to various yards to support our North Alabama Region to help crush and load material. Must have a working cell phone, good driving record and their own pickup truck to transport fuel/tools and any other job-related accessories for the job site. We pay Mileage reimbursement Per Diem, and a phone stipend. Must be very reliable and able to travel throughout the North Alabama Region. This position will work outside in various weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.Job Duties Including, but not limited to:Operate metal processing equipment using safe work habits for car crushingBasic knowledge of maintenance using had tools so that malfunctions can be detected and handled quickly.Lift raw materials, Car crushing, finished products, and packed items, manually or using hoists.Crush, load, and unload items using heavy equipment.Safely clean equipment when jams occurFollow all procedures e.g. LOTOTO, Fall Prevention, and Fire PreventionCleanup work area at the end of shiftOrganizing materials to have more effective use of spaceDispose of various waste materials in the appropriate mannerInspection to ensure cleanup is completedQualificationsMust have a working cell phone, a valid Driver’s License and own transportation with paid Mileage, Phone stipend and paid per diemMust be experienced with loader, excavator and understand their capabilities and limitationsRegular attendance and punctuality are an essential qualificationMust pass a background check, medical physical, and drug testPreferred – high school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptableBi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plusAbility to: communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demandsMust be very safety conscientious Job ExpectationsComply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.Physical RequirementsWork Environment: Scrap metal Recycling and shredder yardsEquipment & Tools: metal processing equipment, Hoists, hydraulic motors, mechanics toolsPhysical Demand sit stand crouch bendWork Capacity: Lifting & carrying 35lb loads, head turning, bending, kneeling, climbing ladders and sitting for long periods. Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, touch, smell and taste Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, gripping,SA Recycling offers:Competitive PayChoice of 2 Medical plans, with Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance401k with a Company MatchWeekly PayReferral IncentivesEligible for Safety and Profitability Bonuses 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.