14 Oct
Dartmouth Metals
Dartmouth
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Pay
- From $15.50 an hour
Job type
- Full-time
- Permanent
Shift and schedule
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Location
14 Dawn Dr, Dartmouth, NS
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Full job description
Description
The Scrap Metal Shredder (Picker) is responsible for discarding or removing products and materials to ensure adherence to established specifications, while ensuring that all of his/her efforts are compliant with the company Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.
The Picker must be able to perform physical activities that require considerable use of the arms and legs, while climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
In this role, your main responsibilities will include:
Environmental and Health & Safety (H&S;)
- Strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental Standards.
- Provides a safe environment for all employees, customers, and visitors.
Operational Performance & Best Business Practices
- General clean up and yard maintenance including but not limited to digging or sweeping.
- Removal of non-metallic material, metal, and debris at the shredder and non-ferrous picking belts.
- Greasing and general cleanup at the shear and/or shredder.
- Assist with repairs and maintenance as required.
- Provide backup or assistance throughout the yard as needed or assigned.
Equipment & Maintenance
- Report all equipment deficiencies or malfunctions for maintenance or repair to the proper supervisor.
Key Qualifications
Candidates must have the ability to carry out instructions provided in written, oral, or diagrammatic form. Ability to learn new tasks as assigned required. Experience in a scrap yard preferred.
Please note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
Language
English
Education
Secondary (High School Graduation)
Experience
7 Months to less than 1 year
Own Tools/Equipment
Steel-toed safety boots
Transportation/Travel
Own transportation
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Repetitive tasks; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Hand-Eye Co-ordination; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods; Fast paced environment.
Work Site Environment
Noisy; Dusty
Personal Suitability
Dependable; Team Player; Flexible
Specific Skills
Feed conveyors, crushers and other equipment; Clean machines and immediate work area.
Weight Handling
Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
Work Setting
Scrap metal yard
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $15.50 per hour
Expected hours: 8 per week
Additional pay:
- Bonus pay
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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