[Job Description:]{.underline}  

• Responsible for operation of crane's / material handlers used in heavy lifting and transport of scrap materials from the yard into trailers.
• Perform daily inspections of equipment and report any defects or needed repairs to supervisor.
• Responsible for inspecting slings, cables, straps, and the crane prior to lifting operations.
• Perform preventative maintenance as required to ensure safe and continual service of Material Handler / Crane.
• Supervise fueling of the crane.
• Clean equipment as needed.
• Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures.
• Responsible for personal safety and the safety of co-workers.
• Shows commitment to The David Hirschberg Steel Co. safety culture through personal behavior and willingness to influence others.
• Responsible for own, yard spotters, and rigger's compliance with company policy, safety guidelines, and procedures that pertain to the crane operations and the crane / material handlers job.
• Remains in continual voice (radio) and or hand communication with yard spotter/rigger while operating the crane.
• Responsible for creating an environment fostering open communications concerning safety issues.
• Participates in safety meetings and other rigger, operator safety programs.
• Assures that all lifts are within load limits of equipment and correctly rigged and handled.
• Assures that lifting gear is inspected prior to use.
• Follows correct lock-out and tag procedures.
• Operates crane equipment to hoist materials and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Performs tasks assigned by management and rigger during lifting procedures.

[Experience and Qualifications:]{.underline}

• Minimum one year experience as crane operator
• Knowledge of heavy equipment operating principles
• Ability to operate equipment under varying working conditions.
• Experience in an Industrial outdoor work environment.
• Ability to understand and carry-out written and oral instructions.
• Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations.
• Completion of High School or secondary education is preferred
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability ad consistency
• Have the ability to visually identify different scrap materials for separation and shipment
• Have a working knowledge of organized separation of scrap materials by content in the yard
• Be able to demonstrate safe loading of scrap materials into open top trailers for shipment

We Offer

• Full-Time Employment (Overtime Available)
• Competitive Wages
• Weekly Pay
• Health / Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Supplemental  Coverages
• Life Insurance
• 401K with Company Match
• Paid Vacation
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Safety Training
• Company Furnished PPE