At Interpro Prairie Recycling Inc., our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.
Job Summary
The Equipment Operator is responsible for safety and efficiently operating and maintaining heavy equipment to load, unload, and handle ferrous materials. In collaboration with the scale operator and office staff, the Equipment Operator helps coordinate the smooth unloading of customer materials and maintain an efficient flow of traffic in and out of the yard to minimize congestion and optimize yard operations. Interpro Recycling is committed to maintaining and promoting a protected, healthy and injury-free environment. It is required for all jobs.
Job Responsibilities
Operate heavy motorized equipment used in loading/unloading of ferrous material, including, but not limited to, loaders, cranes, grapple cranes, shears, and other equipment used to support the variety of activities essential to the yard operations
Perform preventative maintenance as required, including checking all fluids to ensure motorized equipment is properly maintained
Load trucks accurately (proper weights), safely, and efficiently, and communicate via radio to scale personnel for confirmation of material loaded and any issues that may come up
Unload transport with ferrous materials, safely and efficiently, and clean (sweep) trailers of excess material
Stockpile/sort metals and place them in the designated areas
Use hand-held mobile radio devices to coordinate tasks and resources with yard and scale personnel effectively
Maintain accurate logs and records daily, weekly, and monthly, and/or as required by supervision
Education And Experience
Completion of High School and/or equivalent
Must have a minimum of one (1) year of experience operating heavy motorized equipment, within the last three (3) years.
Must have a valid Driver's License.
Knowledge, Skills And Competencies
Knowledge of yard operations
Knowledge and understanding of ferrous metals and classifications
Customer focus: takes responsibility for developing excellent customer service, making sure that all purchases are handled professionally and expeditiously
Communication Skills: communicates clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, and/or via mobile radio devices
JOB DESCRIPTION: Equipment Operator - Prairie
Team Player: establishes trust with team members, stating clear expectations, recognizes group morale, and acts to protect and/or build as required
Self-motivated: initiates and takes action before being required to do so. Strong work ethic: uses time efficiently, works safely, and ensures everyone around him is working safely
Ability to push, pull,
and lift materials up to 50 lbs.
Must have reliable transportation as the work site is not accessible by city transit
Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!
Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
Short and long term disability programs
Competitive retirement plans
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options
Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays
Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company
Tuition reimbursement
Wellness program
While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Orion Steel Group, L.L.C is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. Orion Steel Group, L.L.C is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail
[email protected] or call: (312) 533-3577. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Join a team that manufactures excellence, drives success and builds careers!
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📌 Heavy Equipment Operator (Alberta)
🏢 InterPro Pipe + Steel
📍 Alberta