Yard Hand Location:

Vernal, UT Pay:

$17.00-$23.00 per hour

Job Type:

Full-Time Job Summary Basin Recycling is hiring a hardworking, dependable Yard Hand to support daily operations in a busy scrap, recycling, and steel yard in Vernal, Utah. This is a physically demanding, hands-on role for someone with a strong labor background who is comfortable working outdoors, staying active all day, and helping keep yard operations moving safely and efficiently. The operation includes scrap and recycling services, steel and material handling, trucking support, bin and dumpster service, demolition-related support, and general yard operations. This role is a great fit for someone with experience in heavy labor, construction, demolition, landscaping, concrete, oilfield, agriculture, warehouse, or similar physical work. Heavy equipment experience is a major plus, but it is not required and is not the main function of the role. We are looking for someone who shows up consistently, works hard without needing to be pushed, follows direction, takes coaching well, and is willing to jump in wherever needed. This person should be confident, personable, safety-minded, and willing to do the tough day-to-day work that keeps a recycling yard clean, safe, and productive. Key Responsibilities Perform general yard labor in an active scrap, recycling, and steel yard environment Load, unload, sort, move, and organize scrap metal, steel, recyclable materials, and yard materials Assist with cleanup, sweeping, shoveling, picking up debris, and keeping work areas safe and organized Help process incoming materials and support overall yard flow Work around scrap metal, steel, bins, trucks, forklifts, loaders, and other industrial equipment Assist customers, drivers, operators, and team members as needed Help with material staging, loading zones, containers, and general yard organization Follow direction from supervisors and learn yard procedures quickly Support the team with physically demanding tasks throughout the shift Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE Maintain awareness of trucks, equipment, customers, sharp materials, and changing yard conditions Support the team with other duties as assigned based on workload and operational needs What We're Looking For Heavy labor, construction, oilfield, agriculture, warehouse, landscaping, concrete, demolition, scrap, recycling, or industrial yard experience preferred Must be hardworking, dependable, and coachable Must be comfortable working outdoors in changing weather conditions Must be able to lift 50+ pounds repeatedly Must be able to stand, walk, bend, twist, shovel, sweep, and perform physical labor throughout the day Heavy equipment experience is a big plus, but not required Forklift, skid steer, loader, excavator, or material-handling experience is helpful Must be willing to fill in wherever needed as the company grows Must be safety-minded and aware of surroundings Strong attendance, punctuality, and work ethic are required Must be able to follow direction and work well with a team Must be personable, respectful, and comfortable interacting with coworkers, drivers, and customers Why Work for Us Steady, full-time work: Recycling, steel, material handling, trucking support, and yard operations are ongoing needs. This is a solid opportunity for someone looking for consistent work.

Hands-on environment:

This is not a desk job. You will stay active, work outside, move materials, help the team, and be part of a real working yard.

Room to grow:

Basin Recycling values people who show up, work safely, take coaching, and help wherever needed. Strong yard hands can grow into more responsibility over time.

Build useful experience:

This role gives you exposure to scrap, recycling, steel, material handling, trucks, equipment, yard flow, and industrial operations.

Work that matters:

Recycling helps recover usable materials, reduce waste, and keep valuable materials in circulation instead of sending them to landfills.

Team-first operation:

We need people who are willing to do the job in front of them, help the crew, and take pride in keeping the yard clean, safe, and productive. Work Environment This role works in an active outdoor recycling and steel yard setting around scrap metal, steel, trucks, forklifts, containers, customers, and industrial equipment. The work is physical, fast-paced, and requires constant attention to safety and surroundings. Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors in heat, cold, wind, dust, mud, and changing weather conditions. Schedule Full-time Day shift Additional hours or overtime may be available based on workload Benefits Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance Voluntary Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Other Supplemental Benefits Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Bonus Opportunities Requirements Ability to reliably commute to Vernal, UT Must be able to lift 50+ pounds repeatedly Must be able to work outdoors and perform physical labor throughout the shift Heavy labor or industrial yard experience preferred Heavy equipment experience is a plus, but not required Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic required

Pay:

$17.00 - $23.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Application Question(s): This is a physically demanding outdoor yard job involving lifting, sorting, cleanup, shoveling, sweeping, and being on your feet most of the day. Are you comfortable doing that every day? What kind of hands-on labor experience do you have? Please briefly describe any experience in construction, oilfield, agriculture, landscaping, concrete, demolition, warehouse, scrap/recycling, or other physical labor work. Can you repeatedly lift 50+ pounds and work outdoors in heat, cold, dust, mud, and changing weather conditions? This role requires reliable attendance, following direction, working safely, and helping wherever needed in the yard. Are you able to commit to that? Do you have any experience operating or working around forklifts, skid steers, loaders, excavators, trucks, bins, or other industrial equipment? If yes, briefly describe your experience.

Work Location:

In person