Torch Cutter

As a leader in the recycling/scrap industry and located in the heart of Guelph, with our second location in Stratford Ontario. Benmet Steel and Metal is growing its team. We offer integrity, quality and friendly service to all our customers. Our employees have a sense of belonging, an opportunity to grow, competitive wages, clothing allowances, and Health and Dental benefits.

We are looking for a torch cutter to join our team. As a torch cutter, you will be responsible for cutting and preparing oversize steel and metal material by cutting it with an oxy-propane torch. This role requires the ability to work independently and safety is of the utmost importance. You will report directly to the operations manager.

**Essential Skills**:
Must be accustomed to repetitive movements, lifting and year round working outdoors in a safe and efficient manner.

**Skills and Requirements**:

- Experience with Oxy-propane torching required
- Minimum of one year of experience with scrap metal and a strong knowledge of both ferrous and non-ferrous metals would be an asset
- Perform general housekeeping duties to keep yard clean and organized
- Operate two-way radios and other communication equipment
- Maintain cleanliness of yard
- Work outside in a variety of weather conditions
- Good communication skills

Major duties may include but are not limited to identify/sort various metals, operate Oxy-propane torches, general duties involving physical handling of products, materials, supplies/equipment, and perform general housekeeping as required.

This is a fast-paced environment, repetitive tasks, physically demanding and requires working outside in inclement weather. If you are hungry for a chance for growth and stability please apply.

**Starting salary based on experience**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Stratford, ON N5A 6S5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

**Experience**:

- torch cutting: 1 year (preferred)
- scrap and metal recycling: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person