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Dem-Con Companies

Yard Operator

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What they do

An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.

$59,099 / year median in Minnesota

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Description:
The Yard Operator performs a variety of duties and is responsible for operating; heavy equipment, light equipment to load, unload and process scrap materials. In addition, the equipment operator is responsible for buying, grading, sorting, and processing scrap metals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Load or unload scrap metal materials as needed Transport and load materials from one place to another Perform pre- and post-operation inspections on equipment and vehicles Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on equipment and vehicles Wash, lubricate and fuel equipment and vehicles Dismantle/disassemble or take apart components Utilize software for purchasing scrap metals Sorting, grading, and processing scrap metals Ensure a clean and orderly workplace; clean and prepare site by removing debris and possible hazards Maintain various records and/or logs Exercise excellent customer service while communicating and assisting our customers
Requirements:
Competencies:
Excellent Customer Service Strong work ethic and punctual attendance Time Management Professional attitude
Previous Education and Experience:
Previous experience with heavy equipment Experience using hand tools and power tools Mechanically inclined Knowledge and experience of the scrap metal recycling industry, a plus Dem-Con Companies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies or agencies. Our organization will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status regarding public assistance. We will take affirmative steps to ensure that all our employment practices are free of discrimination.