Crane Operator

American Iron and Metal•Quebec, QC

5h•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Crane Operator who enjoys hands-on work and doesn't want to be limited to operating a single piece of equipment. In this role, you will be at the heart of our Québec yard operations, actively contributing to the entire material flow. You will operate the crane while also using other heavy equipment as needed throughout the day, including loaders and forklifts. This is a highly versatile, active, and physically demanding position. In addition to operating equipment, you will perform manual metal sorting and other physical outdoor tasks. Much of the work is completed on the yard, in a fast-paced environment, alongside a collaborative team.

Requirements

Experience operating heavy equipment (crane, loader, or equivalent)
Comfortable in a physical and outdoor environment
Strong ability to work as part of a team and adapt to changing priorities
Well-developed sense of occupational health and safety
Proactive, field-oriented attitude
Class 5 driver's licence (essential asset)

Nice To Haves

Experience in a scrap yard or in recycling (strong asset)

Responsibilities

Operating the crane and participating in general yard activities
Sorting and identifying metals (testing, magnets, etc.) and assessing non-sellable materials
Receiving, unloading, and routing metals to the appropriate areas
Verifying the quality of materials received and handled
Transporting and organizing non-ferrous material bins on site
Using various equipment (crane, loader, forklift as needed)
Loading ferrous products destined for customers
Performing manual tasks related to daily operations (sorting, handling, and organizing materials)