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Yard Laborer

Buffalo, New York•Full-time
$17 - $19 hourly
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About the Job
COMPANY: Metalico Buffalo Inc.
JOB TITLE: Yard Laborer
REPORTS TO: Ferrous Operations Manager
JOB TYPE: Full-time, Non-Exempt
LOCATION: 127 Fillmore Ave. Buffalo NY, 14210
HOURS: Monday-Friday 7:00AM-4:00PM, overtime and Saturdays as needed.
COMPENSATION: $17-19/hour, based on experience and skills.

Purpose: The Yard Laborer is responsible for safely and efficiently maintaining the yard and the surrounding facilities.

Essential Job Functions:
  • Load and unload scrap metal materials.
  • Clean and prepare job site in a tidy and safe manner.
  • Inspect, grade and direct scrap material being received over the scale.
  • Weigh in & weigh out railcars.
  • Move material via bobcat, loader and yard truck around the yard.
  • Assist Heavy Equipment Mechanic with a variety of projects throughout the region as needed.
  • Use a variety of tools and machines: blowtorches, forklifts, lifts, power drills, grinders, saws, pressure washers, and water spraying equipment.
  • Sort and process scrap metal according to grade and size.
  • Communicate with managers, supervisors, co-workers, and customers clearly and respectfully.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding and carry out simple one or two-step instructions.
  • Ensure that Quality, Environmental, and Safety Standards of Metalico, Inc. for production, customers and employees are consistently achieved.
  • Must be able to work assigned schedule.
  • Must be able to perform a variety of tasks in all kinds of weather/seasons.
  • Required to wear proper PPE (safety-toed boots, hard hats, safety glasses). 
  • Performs other tasks as assigned or requested.
Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED preferred.
  • Industry experience in scrap metal preferred.
  • Able to operate bobcats, forklifts, loaders are a plus.
  • Ability to work inside or outside as required.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Must be safety-oriented and exhibit safe work habits.
  • Punctual and reliable; good attendance required.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Self-motivated and eager to learn new skills; must be willing to cross-train on other equipment.
Physical Demands:
  • Frequently required to reach with hands and arms, talk and hear.
  • Awareness of surroundings (able to see, hear, talk), moving equipment, employees, etc.
  • Move about a salvage yard on uneven terrain.
  • Standing, sitting, walking, squatting, bending, lifting, reaching, and grasping.
  • Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate hand and power tools.
  • Lifts up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist level and is able to carry such objects for at least 30 feet.
  • Physically able to participate in training sessions, presentations, and meetings.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Outside work in the Yard is where temperature and weather extremes (heat, cold, rain) may be encountered.
  • Exposure to elements and/or non-climate-controlled environments where temperatures and weather extremes (heat, cold, rain, snow) may be encountered.
  • Work will take place in an industrial environment, with noise, dust and fumes. 
  • Noise levels in the work environment can be moderate at times; hearing protection is always provided to employees by the company.
Benefits:
  • Medical & Dental (70% employer paid).
  • Flexible Spending Account (Out of pocket).
  • Vision Insurance (Out of pocket).
  • 401(k) (with 2.5% company match).
  • Aflac Services (Out of pocket).
  • Life Insurance (25k paid through the company).
  • 8.5 Paid Holidays.
  • Paid Vacation.
  • Paid Sick Time.
  • Safety Toe Boot Reimbursement Annually, Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement Annually.
Metalico is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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