Equipment Operator

About Us

EMR is one of the world’s leading metal recycling companies with a history spanning decades. At EMR, our employees are the heart and soul of our organization. We are committed to creating a workplace that prioritizes the well‑being and safety of everyone. Our company provides a supportive and inclusive community where everyone's ideas and contributions are valued. We believe in teamwork and collaboration.

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!

We are seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Dallas team. In this role, you will operate a variety of heavy machinery to safely and efficiently load, unload, sort, and transport scrap metal materials within our yard. This position plays a key role in maintaining a safe, productive, and organized work environment. Equipment may include forklifts, front‑end loaders, material handlers, and excavators.

• Operate heavy equipment in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and company safety standards
• Load, unload, move, and sort various grades of scrap metal
• Perform daily equipment inspections and routine maintenance (fueling, lubricating, cleaning)
• Complete daily inspection reports and notify maintenance of any equipment issues
  
  Assist with traffic flow to ensure materials are unloaded in the correct locations
• Report load inspections and contaminants to the Load Inspector and Scale Operator
• Complete required paperwork accurately and on time
• Maintain equipment and job site cleanliness, including power washing as needed
• Meet productivity and production goals
• Follow all safety rules and regulations
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to safety and detail
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions
• Comfortable climbing in and around heavy equipment for inspection and operation
• Strong time management and task prioritization skills

• Prior experience operating material handlers and/or excavators is a plus
• Previous heavy equipment or yard experience preferred but not required

• Hands‑on role with industry equipment
• Safety‑focused environment
• Opportunity to grow skills and experience

EMR USA Metal Recycling provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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