Equipment Operator

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Equipment Operator Job Description The Equipment Operator will work in the yard operating a variety of heavy equipment, including mobile cranes, magnet cranes, mobile shears, and stationary shears, to process scrap materials safely and efficiently. This role focuses on loading and unloading scrap from trucks and railcars, moving material within the yard, and ensuring all equipment operates reliably through regular inspection and maintenance. Responsibilities Operate mobile cranes, magnet cranes, mobile shears, and stationary shears to process scrap materials in the yard. Load and unload scrap from customer trucks and railcars using the magnet crane and other yard equipment. Move scrap materials within the yard using appropriate mobile equipment such as loaders, dozers, and other heavy machinery. Follow all yard-specific safety, environmental, and routine operating procedures at all times. Inspect and document the condition of the mobile shear, magnet crane, and stationary shear on a daily basis. Perform daily maintenance on equipment, including lubrication, greasing, fueling, and cleaning the cab. Check scrap materials for proper grade and identify safety concerns such as tanks, cylinders, or other hazardous items before and during shearing. Shear unprepared material to the required size, thickness, and dimensions according to specifications. Assist with yard housekeeping to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area. Support co-workers with daily operations to promote safety, efficiency, and profitability. Provide input on operational issues and help solve problems as they arise. Essential Skills Proven experience operating heavy equipment in an industrial, construction, or scrap yard environment. Hands-on experience with mobile cranes, magnet cranes, shears, excavators, backhoes, loaders, or similar heavy machinery. Ability to safely operate mobile equipment to move scrap materials within a yard setting. Strong awareness of safety practices, including identifying hazards such as tanks and cylinders in scrap materials. Capability to perform daily inspections and basic maintenance on heavy equipment, including lubrication, greasing, fueling, and cab cleaning. Physical ability to work outdoors and perform general labor tasks in a scrap yard environment. Reliability to work a consistent daytime schedule, Monday through Friday. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience operating excavators, backhoes, loaders, dozers, forklifts, skid steers, front-end loaders, track hoes, or similar equipment. Background in construction, excavation, or general heavy equipment operation. Comfort working with scrap materials and understanding of material grading is beneficial. Willingness to take initiative, support team members, and contribute ideas for improving safety and efficiency. Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a yard operations team. Why Work Here? Employees enjoy a close-knit and friendly culture at a smaller facility where teamwork and long-term relationships are valued. The organization is known for taking care of its employees, with many team members building careers that span over a decade. Compensation is designed to be very competitive in the market, supporting stability and long-term growth. Work Environment This position is based outdoors in a scrap yard environment, where conditions can be dirty and physically demanding. The role involves regular exposure to weather elements and working around heavy equipment and scrap materials. Standard hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with a one-hour lunch break; yard scales are shut down from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. during lunch. The work relies on the use of mobile cranes, magnet cranes, mobile and stationary shears, excavators, backhoes, loaders, dozers, forklifts, skid steers, front-end loaders, and track hoes, along with standard yard tools and equipment. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Fargo, ND. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.33 - $25.33/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Fargo,ND.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026. About Aerotek We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.