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Auto Decommissioner - Z Recyclers

Lynden, Washington · On-site · Full-Time · Z-Operations

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Scrap Metal Processor  We are looking for a dependable, hands-on Auto Decommissioner to join our scrap yard team. This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys working outdoors, staying active, helping customers, and working around equipment and metal recycling operations. Responsibilities - Assist customers with unloading scrap metal from vehicles and trailers - Sort scrap metal by type and place materials in the correct yard locations - Prepare metals for processing using equipment such as balers, shears, forklifts, telehandlers, wire strippers, torches, and plasma cutters - Sweep, shovel, blow, and perform general yard and equipment clean-up - Weigh materials on the scale and complete customer tickets as needed - Prepare vehicles for processing, including trash removal, designated part removal, and fluid removal/reclaiming - Work safely in a fast-paced outdoor environment - Requirements - Must be 18 years of age or older - Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen - Must have steel-toe boots - Able to work 40+ hours per week, with overtime as needed - Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions for extended periods - Able to lift, move, and handle heavy materials as needed - Comfortable standing for long periods and working in loud environments - Good communication and customer service skills - Able to follow verbal directions and work independently or as part of a team - Reliable attendance and punctuality - Familiarity with OSHA safety standards preferred - Previous customer service or scrap metal experience helpful, but not required Schedule - Full-time, 40+ hours per week, Monday – Friday, 8am-4:30pm - Overtime may be required as needed Benefits Package - Medical - 401(k) with company match  - ESOP - (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) participation  - Paid time off and paid holidays *In accordance with Washington State law, criminal history will not be requested or considered until later in the hiring process.  Any offer of employment may be contingent upon a background check conducted in accordance with applicable laws. **Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, which involves working on and around heavy equipment and vehicles, candidates may be required, as a condition of employment,  to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening, including testing for substances that may impair safe job performance, in accordance with applicable laws.