Heavy Equipment Operator - Material Handler

EMR Metal RecyclingPort Allen, LA
$18 - $24Onsite

About The Position

EMR, a global leader in metal recycling, is hiring an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Port, Allen depot. EMR is one of the world’s leading metal recycling companies with a history spanning decades. Our mission is to provide our customers with efficient and reliable metal recycling services while minimizing the environmental impact of our operations. EMR recycles ten million tons of material annually, everything from beverage cans to aircraft carriers. We work with a wide variety of metals including copper, aluminum, brass, and stainless steel and can recycle it into more than 200 different types of new sustainable raw materials. EMR offers our team a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans with company match, wellbeing benefits, employee assistance program and more. Join us and be a part of a team that puts people first!

Requirements

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in varying weather conditions
  • Strong work ethic, teamwork skills, and ability to multitask
  • Must pass a background check, physical, and drug screening

Nice To Haves

  • Previous experience with material handling and excavators

Responsibilities

  • Operate excavators to move and process metal
  • Perform daily equipment inspections and maintenance
  • Follow safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment
  • Work outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Support the team with additional duties as needed

Benefits

  • Competitive Pay
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off
  • Wellbeing benefits
  • Employee assistance program
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