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Form of workObjectives
- Must have different types of metals;
- Must know how to load end dumps with grapple;
- Must know how to service machine;
- Operate safety equipment, and use safe work habits;
- Determine load weights and check them against lifting capacities in order to prevent overload;
- Move levers, depress foot pedals, and turn dials to operate cranes, cherry pickers, electromagnets, or other moving equipment for lifting, moving, and placing loads;
- Inspect cables and grappling devices for wear, and install or replace cables as needed;
- Clean, lubricate, and maintain mechanisms such as cables, pulleys, and grappling devices, making repairs as necessary;
- Inspect and adjust crane mechanisms and lifting accessories in order to prevent malfunctions and damage;
- Direct helpers engaged in placing blocking and outrigging under cranes;
- Load and unload bundles from trucks, and move containers to storage bins, using moving equipment;
- Weigh bundles, using floor scales, and record weights for company records;
- Review daily work and delivery schedules to determine orders, sequences of deliveries, and special loading instructions;
- Direct truck drivers backing vehicles into loading bays, and cover, uncover, and secure loads for delivery.
Qualification
- Must have 3-5 yrs experience in the scrap metal industry;
- Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions;
- Ability to use personal protective equipment and safety equipment required;
- Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
