Crush Crew Worker

Requisition Number48299
LocationEdgewood, MD-1209
Job Description

As a part of our continued growth, we are looking for a dedicated and hardworking individual to join our team as a Crush Crew Worker. We are seeking candidates who are extremely motivated and have basic mechanical abilities and automotive knowledge. The Crush Crew is responsible for preparing vehicles for crushing into scrap metal within the suggested time constraints. This may entail removing wiring harnesses, radiators, starters condensers hoses aluminum wheels, or any other metal not removed by the mechanized puller. The candidate selected for this position must have the ability to work closely and in concert with others to maximize production. If you like growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy a career with us!

Essential Job Duties

• Prepare vehicles for crushing into scrap metal within the suggested time constraints in a safely and conscious manner
• This may entail removing wire harnesses, radiators, starters, condensers, hoses, aluminum wheels or any other metal not removed by the mechanized puller
• Ability to work closely and in concert with others to maximize production
• Assist in the vehicle crushing operation
• Must display a positive and friendly attitude as well as appropriate behavior during work hours
• Cleanliness must be maintained in the work area
• Other duties as assigned 

Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k with Generous Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Short Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts

Requirements

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED equivalent required.
• Knowledge of and ability to operate a forklift and meet medium level physical exertion requirements, including lifting to 75 pounds frequently.
• Basic math and reading skills to perform job tasks and complete necessary paperwork
• Ability to follow oral and/or written instruction.
• You must also work well as part of a team and be willing to work long hours when necessary.
• It is also important that you display a positive, helpful demeanor, and a commitment to providing the best in customer service.

Ability To: Work closely with Loader Operator to maximize processing of vehicles to be crushed, safely & efficiently. Experience: Must have some hands-on automotive repair experience.

Education: High school diploma or G.E.D preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Basic knowledge of crusher operation; ability to safely remove fuel tanks, wire harnesses, and auto part cores

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment: Sits, stands, bends, and moves intermittently. Subject to intense physical labor and repetitive lifting. Must be able to lift at least 75lbs. Must be able to work outside in various types of weather. Works with hydraulic oils, motor oils, antifreeze, and diesel fuels.

Preferred Qualifications: Previous salvage operation employment

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, as well as an office environment. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is moderately loud. Should not have any lifting restrictions and must not be afraid of heights. Should be able to tolerate high and low temperature levels and occasional inclement driving conditions.

 

Position TypeFull-time