Crane Operator

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 135 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers. 

 

Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products. 

 

We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all. 

It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence. 

What we offer! 

• Competitive salary; 
• Vacation, benefits and RRSP with employer contributions;
• 24/7 telemedicine;
• Annual AIM tuition scholarship program for eligible dependents;
• A brand-new pair of steel‑toe boots on your first day; 
• A dynamic, rewarding, and fun work environment!

AIM is currently seeking a Crane Operator for its Sorel site, working Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Under the authority of the Site Director, the crane operator, using a wheeled crane, performs various material loading tasks as well as any other material handling operations requiring the use of their machine. They carry out the various weigh-ins of material entering or leaving the yard.

What You Will Be Responsible For:

• Receive metal and place it in the appropriate location;
• Unload trucks and verify the quality of the material;
• Bring car bodies and other ferrous materials to the shredder loading area;
• Transport bins of non-ferrous material;
• Load ferrous products intended for customers;
• Perform material identification tests using appropriate products or magnets;
• Evaluate cuts of what is not sellable;
• Take physical inventory of material in stock according to the established schedule;
• Record in their report the weights of material upon arrival and departure from the site;
• Grease, as needed, the various parts of the machine requiring lubrication;
• Wash the machine when required.

To join our team:

• You have the ability to drive and operate heavy vehicles;
• You hold a construction equipment competency card;
• You have a valid Class 5 driver’s license;
• You have at least one year of experience in a similar position;
• You are bilingual (asset);
• You are mindful of occupational health and safety;
• You have strong prioritization skills;
• You have good communication skills;
• You enjoy teamwork;

Work Environment:

• Work performed mainly outdoors, with possible exposure to hot or cold temperatures;
• Noisy work environment;
• Physically demanding tasks.

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.