About The Role

We are looking for a Crane Operator who enjoys hands-on work and wants a versatile role rather than being limited to operating one machine.

In this role, you will be at the heart of the yard operations at our Lac-Mégantic team and will actively contribute to material handling. You will operate the crane, as well as various heavy equipment depending on operational needs (loader, forklift, etc.).

This is a highly versatile, active and physically demanding position. The role also includes manual metal sorting and physical outdoor work , in addition to equipment operation. A large part of the work is performed outdoors, on the yard and in collaboration with the team.

Responsibilities

Operate the crane and participate in general yard activities;
Sort and identify metals (using tests, magnets, etc.) and assess non-saleable materials;
Receive, unload and move metals to the appropriate areas;
Check the quality of materials received and handled;
Transport and organize non-ferrous material bins on site;
Operate various equipment (crane, loader and forklift) as needed;
Load ferrous products for customers;
Perform manual tasks related to daily operations, including sorting, handling and organizing materials.

To join our team

Experience operating heavy equipment (crane, loader or equivalent);
Comfortable working in a physical and outdoor environment;
Strong ability to work as part of a team and adapt to changing priorities;
Strong commitment to health and safety;
Proactive, hands-on attitude;
Valid Class 5 driver's licence (asset);
Experience in a scrap yard or recycling environment (strong asset).

American Iron and Metal (AIM)   and its subsidiaries  are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, skin color, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other class protected under applicable employment laws. 