Torchman

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

Purpose of Role:

This position is responsible for cutting ferrous scrap metal using oxy-fuel cutting torches to prepare material for processing or shipment. The Torch Man plays a key role in the safe and efficient breakdown of large scrap items, ensuring they meet mill and customer specifications.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Use oxy-acetylene or propane torches to cut large pieces of scrap metal (e.g., beams, machinery, rebar, structural steel).
• Inspect material to determine the most effective cutting methods.
• Operate safely around heavy equipment, moving machinery, and other workers.
• Assist with cleaning and maintaining torch equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area.
• Adhere strictly to all safety standards including use of PPE (flame-resistant clothing, face shield, gloves, boots).
• Follow company procedures to ensure quality and productivity standards are met.
• Communicate with yard supervisors to prioritize cutting tasks.

Experience Required:

• 2+ years of experience using oxy-fuel cutting torches (preferred in a recycling, demolition, or industrial environment).

Skills: 

• Strong knowledge of torch cutting techniques and metal types (e.g., ferrous vs non-ferrous).
• Familiarity with safety procedures related to torch work and hot work permits.
• Ability to recognize and assess metal quality, thickness, and cutting requirements.
• Experience working outdoors in fast-paced, physically demanding environments.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and ability to troubleshoot torch equipment.

Work Environment: 

• Outdoor industrial yard with exposure to metal debris, noise, and heavy equipment.
• Team-based environment with an emphasis on safety, efficiency, and productivity.
•  Fast-paced setting with occasional tight deadlines.
• Ability to work in high-temperature environments near open flames.
• Physically fit and able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 40 lbs regularly.
• Must be able to stand, kneel, and bend for extended periods.
• Exposure to heat, sparks, smoke, and occasional loud noise.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Able to wear full personal protective equipment (including flame-resistant gear, face shield, steel-toe boots, gloves, and respirator if required).

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

Sims is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of all of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realize their full potential. Sims does not discriminate with regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, housing status, source of income, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to any employment decision, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.  qualified applicants with a disability in need of a reasonable accommodation may request such without fear of reprisal or discrimination. 

To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.