Excavator Operator

W. Silver Recycling is one of the nation's leading recyclers, with a presence covering the Southwest United States and Mexico. W. Silver Recycling has been operating for over 100 years servicing the unique by-product needs of manufacturers in the southwest United States and Mexico. We are currently looking for an Excavator Operator to operate our Sennebogen Handler and Shearer in Donna, TX.

Duties & Responsibilities:

- Knowledgeable and safe operation of assigned equipment to transfer materials during unloading, loading, processing, and transfer to storage

- Operate a material handler/excavator or similar equipment to lift, move, or position material and other items

- Loading or unloading materials from or to designated vehicles including trailers and railcars

- Perform routine pre & post inspections on equipment as per instructions; reporting any unsatisfactory results to supervisor

- Report any damage to company property of any kind including trailers and equipment

- Prepare material for weighing and the recording of weight and other necessary product information on labels or tags or other document

- Accurate, legible, and timely completion of paperwork, tally sheets, and/or reports

- Prepare material properly for shipment and entire load for proper shipping

- Attend and complete operator training & certification as requested

- Knowledge of various attachments used with assigned material handler such as sling, electromagnet, grapple, or other attachment device

- Remain aware of surrounding work environment to insure safe operation of equipment around other persons or equipment in the area

- Performing other duties as assigned by direct supervisor or department manager

Physical Demands

Walks, sits, stands, bends, lifts, climb stairs, and moves continually during working hours. Is subject to lifting over 50 pounds.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, and the expected work hours are 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday; weekend work is also necessary on a need basis.

Required Education and Experience

High school diploma.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

- Materials handling: 2 years (Preferred)

- Heavy Equipment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person