General Laborer

Company Overview

Skagit River Steel and Recycling Ltd is a family‑operated metal recycling company located in the Skagit Valley of the Pacific Northwest. Since 1958, the third‑generation business transforms recyclable materials into valuable resources, supports youth education, environmental initiatives, and charitable causes. The parent company, ABC Recycling Ltd., was named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies in 2025.

About the role

Skagit River Steel and Recycling Ltd is seeking a Ferrous Labourer to join our recycling operations at our Burlington, WA location. The Ferrous Labourer will be responsible for receiving, sorting, processing, cutting, shearing, and preparing ferrous metals for storage, collection, and transport from the yard. The work is physically demanding, performed outdoors with minimal shade, and may involve rain, heat, or cold. Experience in a labour environment is an asset; a strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn are essential for success and growth.

Responsibilities

• Receive metals from customers and assist with unloading when required.
• Maximize mix loads of scrap by sorting, high‑grading, and segregating materials.
• Load and unload trailers using a forklift.
• Sort and process ferrous metals for storage, sale, and transport by hand.
• Dismantle scrap materials and remove higher‑value metals where applicable.
• Cut larger or oversized pieces of metal into smaller, marketable pieces using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Operate equipment such as forklifts, skid steers, and front‑end loaders as required and when trained.
• Maintain property, facilities, equipment, and work areas in good order.
• Communicate professionally with customers and assist in providing a positive customer experience.
• Complete cleanup and general maintenance of equipment and the job site.
• Follow all company safety procedures, PPE requirements, and environmental practices.
• Report unsafe conditions, incidents, accidents, or injuries to the supervisor promptly.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Stay current on changes in technology, equipment, and operating techniques.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of recycled metal types and grades is an asset; training can be provided.
• Previous experience in a labour, recycling, construction, manufacturing, or similar environment is required.
• Ability to operate a forklift, skid steer, or front‑end loader is an asset.
• Knowledge of general workplace safety practices.
• Physically capable of performing heavy and repetitive labour in an outdoor environment.
• Comfortable working outdoors with minimal shade and exposure to varying weather conditions.
• Ability to communicate professionally with customers, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn.
• Successful completion of criminal record check, reference check, and drug and alcohol testing, including ongoing random screening.

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Profit sharing
• Opportunity for advancement

Additional perks include a comprehensive benefits package with extended health, dental & vision, 401(k with employer matching, employee & family assistance program, and recognition and growth opportunities.