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Heavy Equipment Operator

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Job DescriptionJob Description Benefits:

Accident Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Short Term Insurance

Long Term Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Heavy Equipment Operator Make an Impact at C&D Scrap Metal

Ready to take the wheel in a fast-paced, hands-on role where your skills and grit truly matter?

Join a crew that keeps Houstons metal moving and brings pride to the recycling industry. At C&D Scrap Metal, we dont just run machines we run a tight, high-performing operation that values expertise, safety, and professionalism. If you're the kind of operator who knows how to get things

DONE , this is your next move.

What Youll Do

Be the driving force behind our daily yard operations:

Own the yard flow

under Supervisor direction youre the one who keeps things running on time and on target.

Load and unload materials

with precision and confidence using loaders, excavators, crane material handlers, and forklifts.

Support the metal processing crew

sort, prep, and help us move materials to the finish line.

Put safety first

inspect equipment, gear up with PPE, and report anything that looks off.

Keep your machinery humming

perform basic maintenance and alert us to any issues fast.

Be a standout with customers

make every drop-off feel smooth, welcoming, and professional.

Keep it clean

help us keep the yard organized, safe, and efficient.

Schedule & Locations

Full-time role

Occasional travel to satellite locations for operational support

Who Were Looking For

Youre not just an equipment operator youre a problem-solver, team player, and safety champion.

At least

2 years operating heavy equipment

(loaders, excavators, crane material handlers)

Minimum

1 year in industrial or scrap yard environments

Strong stamina, hand-eye coordination, and attention to detail

Able to thrive independently and work without being micromanaged

Committed to doing the job

safely, smartly, and professionally

Willing to work outdoors, no matter the weather

Open to learning new tech and tools we evolve and so should you

Why Join Us C&D Scrap Metal is a growing force in Houstons industrial landscape. We promote from within, reward hard work, and operate like a well-oiled machine with respect, integrity, and teamwork at the core. Here,

your skills wont just be used theyll be valued and built upon .

Ready to move metal and move your career forward?

Apply now and lets build something great together.