Auto Decommissioner - Z Recyclers

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.