Heavy Equipment Operator

Job overview

The Heavy Equipment Operator role is onsite in Phoenix, AZ. Compensation is not specified; the posting describes a competitive hourly rate. The position supports American Iron & Metal’s metal recycling operations and its environmental goal of helping create a more sustainable future. The operator safely moves and positions metal materials using heavy equipment and attachments, supporting yard and processing operations. Equipment inspections, loading and unloading, and general yard support help maintain safe and efficient material handling.

What you'll do

• Operate heavy equipment to lift, move, and position metal materials
• use magnets and grapples to transport materials
• operate front-end loaders, shear cranes, and material handlers
• load and unload trucks and containers
• inspect equipment and perform basic maintenance
• and support yard operations, rail-team assistance, and cleanup.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

heavy equipment operator

american iron and metal

phoenix az

onsite

metal recycling

material handling

shear crane

front-end loader

magnets and grapples

equipment inspections

outdoor industrial work

safety protocols

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Vacation, benefits, 401(k) matching, tuition scholarship program for eligible dependents, and professional development support.

Why this role

Requires operator certification and/or proven equipment-operator experience and at least one year of heavy industrial equipment operation experience. Work is outdoors in a heavy industrial environment.

About the employer

American Iron and Metal is hiring for this role. Industry: Materials Recovery Facilities. Sector: 56.