Shunt Operator

American Iron and Metal

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Montréal, QC, ca on site Until 8/21/2026 First posted May 4, 2026 Last posted May 4, 2026
Job description

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers. 
 
Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products. 
 
We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all. 

It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence. 

What we offer! 

  • A competitive wage, vacation, benefits and a RRSP matching program 
  • Annual AIM tuition scholarship program up to $8,500 per eligible dependents 
  • The tools and support needed to be successful in your career and professional development 
  • A dynamic & rewarding work environment that is also a lot of fun! 

Under the authority of the Plant Supervisor, the incumbent, using a shunter, is responsible for moving various equipment trailers as well as performing all other material handling operations requiring the use of their machine. The incumbent carries out the weighing of various materials entering or leaving the yard.

What you will be responsible for: 

  • Receiving metal and transport it to the appropriate locations
  • Unloading trucks and verify the quality of the material
  • Deliver car bodies and other ferrous materials to the shredder loading area
  • Transport bins containing non‑ferrous materials
  • Perform material identification tests using the appropriate products or magnets
  • Assess cuts of material that are not saleable
  • Take physical inventory counts of material in stock according to the established schedule
  • Record in reports the weights of material upon arrival at and departure from the site
  • Grease, as required, the various parts of the machine requiring lubrication
  • Wash the machine when required

To join our team:

  • You are able to drive and operate a heavy manual transmission truck
  • You hold a valid Class 5 driver’s licence
  • You have at least one year of experience in a similar position
  • You are bilingual (an asset)
  • You demonstrate strong awareness of occupational health and safety
  • You have good priority management skills
  • You have strong communication skills
  • You enjoy working as part of a team
About this role

Summary

Operate shunter equipment for material movement, oversee material handling, and record weights in recycling yard.

Job title

Shunt Operator

Experience level

1+ years

Industry

recycling

Location requirements

Montréal, QC, Canada; remote work not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

heavy machinerytruck operationClass 5 driver’s licensebilingualoccupational health and safety

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

material handlingheavy machinerytruck operationinventory management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Montreal, QC, Canada

On-site City