Sorter

Daily responsibilities include identifying and separating different types of scrap metal, assisting with loading and unloading vehicles, operating basic yard tools, and maintaining a clean and organized work area. Work takes place primarily outdoors in an active scrap yard with regular exposure to changing weather conditions, including summer heat, winter cold, rain, wind, and other environmental conditions.

Scrap Yard Hand / Scrap Sorter – General Labor | 1st Shift

Pay: $15.00 per hour
Location: Tulsa, OK
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Environment: Outdoor Industrial Scrap Yard
Job Order #: 155414

Position Overview

Stand-By Personnel is seeking a dependable and hardworking Scrap Yard Hand / Scrap Sorter for a full-time opportunity in Tulsa, Oklahoma. This position involves sorting, handling, and processing scrap metal materials while supporting daily operations in a fast-paced outdoor industrial environment.

Candidates must be comfortable performing physically demanding general labor outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and changing temperatures.

Daily responsibilities include identifying and separating different types of scrap metal, assisting with loading and unloading vehicles, operating basic yard tools, and maintaining a clean and organized work area.

The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, reliable attendance, attention to detail, and the ability to work safely around industrial materials and equipment.

Previous scrap yard, recycling, or industrial experience is preferred but not required. Candidates with a willingness to learn metal identification and sorting procedures are encouraged to apply.

This position offers $15.00 per hour with a consistent Monday–Friday daytime schedule.

Required Experience & Qualifications

Previous experience in a scrap yard, recycling facility, warehouse, or industrial general labor environment is preferred but not required.

Candidates must be physically capable of performing repetitive labor throughout the workday.

Required qualifications include:

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  Ability to lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 lbs
  
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  Comfortable standing, walking, bending, lifting, and carrying throughout the shift
  
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  Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
  
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  Basic knowledge of scrap metals or willingness to learn
  
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  Ability to identify and separate materials accurately
  
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  Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety
  
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  Ability to follow supervisor instructions and established yard procedures
  
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  Comfortable working around vehicles, scrap materials, and industrial equipment
  
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  Dependable attendance, punctuality, and strong work ethic
  
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  Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  

Experience with forklifts, heavy equipment, magnets, torches, shears, or other scrap-processing tools is helpful but not required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Sort and separate scrap metal materials according to type, including ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, aluminum, copper, steel, and other recyclable materials.

Identify different types of scrap using visual inspection, magnets, and basic material identification tools.

Assist with loading and unloading customer vehicles, company trucks, and other transportation equipment.

Move, carry, organize, and stage scrap materials in designated yard areas for processing or shipment.

Operate basic hand tools and authorized yard equipment safely while following established procedures.

Inspect incoming materials for proper identification and communicate quality concerns to supervisors.

Maintain clean and organized work areas by removing debris, organizing scrap piles, and keeping yard pathways accessible.

Work safely around vehicles, machinery, and other personnel throughout daily yard operations.

Follow all company safety policies, required personal protective equipment procedures, and established yard operating guidelines.

Assist with general labor, material handling, and additional scrap-processing responsibilities as assigned.

Scrap Metal Sorting & Material Identification

Candidates will regularly identify, sort, and separate scrap materials according to established recycling procedures.

Materials may include:

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  Ferrous metals
  
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  Non-ferrous metals
  
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  Aluminum
  
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  Copper
  
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  Steel
  
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  Other recyclable metal materials
  

Responsibilities include visually inspecting materials, using magnets to help identify metal types, and organizing materials in designated storage areas.

Previous scrap metal identification experience is valuable, but candidates who demonstrate attention to detail and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.

Loading, Unloading & Material Handling

This position involves regular hands-on material handling throughout the scrap yard.

Candidates will assist with unloading customer vehicles, loading company trucks, and moving scrap materials between designated processing and storage areas.

Employees must be comfortable performing repetitive lifting, carrying, bending, pushing, and pulling throughout the workday.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs is required.

Yard Equipment & Hand Tools

Candidates may use magnets, hand tools, and other applicable equipment to identify, move, or process scrap materials.

Previous experience with torches, shears, forklifts, or heavy equipment is beneficial but not required.

All equipment must be operated according to applicable training, authorization, and company safety procedures.

Outdoor Yard Maintenance & Cleanup

Maintain clean, organized, and safe scrap yard areas throughout the shift.

Responsibilities include removing debris, organizing materials, maintaining clear work areas, and assisting with general yard housekeeping.

Candidates must be comfortable working in a dirty industrial environment where physical labor and outdoor cleanup are regular responsibilities.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

This is a physically demanding outdoor industrial position.

Candidates must be comfortable standing and walking for extended periods, frequently bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling scrap materials.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs is required.

Work takes place primarily outdoors in an active scrap yard with regular exposure to changing weather conditions, including summer heat, winter cold, rain, wind, and other environmental conditions.

Employees will work around customer vehicles, scrap metal, industrial equipment, and material-processing operations.

Candidates should expect to get dirty and perform hands-on physical labor throughout the workday.

All required personal protective equipment and company safety procedures must be followed.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience as a Scrap Yard Worker, Scrap Sorter, Recycling Associate, General Laborer, Material Handler, or Industrial Yard Worker is preferred.

Experience with the following is especially valuable:

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  Scrap metal sorting and identification
  
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  Ferrous and non-ferrous metal separation
  
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  Recycling facility operations
  
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  Industrial material handling
  
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  Loading and unloading vehicles
  
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  Magnets and scrap identification tools
  
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  Torches and metal shears
  
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  Forklift or heavy equipment operation
  
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  Outdoor general labor
  
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  Yard cleanup and organization
  

Candidates with a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn scrap-processing procedures are encouraged to apply.

Schedule Requirements

Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

This position offers a consistent weekday schedule with regular daytime hours.

Candidates must be available for the assigned schedule and maintain dependable attendance and punctuality.

Why You'll Want This Opportunity

This position offers $15.00 per hour with a consistent Monday–Friday schedule and full-time employment.

Additional highlights include:

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  Full-time weekday schedule
  
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  Day-shift hours
  
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  Previous scrap yard experience preferred but not required
  
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  Opportunity to learn scrap metal identification and sorting
  
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  Hands-on outdoor industrial work
  
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  Experience with recycling and material-handling operations
  
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  Opportunity to utilize forklift or equipment experience
  
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  Team-oriented work environment
  

An excellent opportunity for dependable individuals who enjoy physically active outdoor work and want to gain experience in industrial recycling and scrap metal operations.

Ready to Apply?

Apply today for consideration and reference Job Order #155414.

Candidates must be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and performing physically demanding labor, including lifting up to 50 lbs.

Apply online or call/text 918-582-0522 for more information.

You can also walk in and apply at:

Stand-By Personnel – Tulsa Skilled Division
1531 E. 2nd St.
Tulsa, OK 74120
Monday–Friday | 8 AM – 4 PM

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