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Heavy Equipment Operator / Heavy Material Handler

AMWASTE LLC
Springs, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/22/2025

Job Type

Full-time

Description

POSITION SUMMARY : The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe operation of heavy equipment at a recycling center, landfill or transfer station for the purpose of transferring, spreading, covering, loading and / or compacting waste or soil in an efficient and safe manner.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Perform pre- and post-operation inspection of the equipment in accordance with Company policy to ensure the maintenance and safety of the equipment. Safely and efficiently operate equipment that may include forklift, excavator, bulldozer, rock truck, front-end loader and other equipment using proper safety standards.
  • Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste in materials.
  • Continuously monitor the condition of the equipment to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time; clean tracks or wheels on equipment, as needed.
  • Perform and document minor service on equipment, referring more complicated mechanical issues to Maintenance Shop for repair.
  • Complete Equipment Condition Report and other reports, as necessary; report any necessary repairs to supervisor, as needed.
  • Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
  • This particular job will also include the handling of recycle material from a rail car to a rolloff container for transport to the designated recycling areas and / or landfill.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Good customer services skills to meet and exceed customer expectations; acts in a professional, courteous and cooperative manner toward customers and co-workers; works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness.
  • Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner.
  • Good follow through ability; ability to adhere to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise.
  • Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules set forth; promotes the Company's safety standards; does not take inappropriate risks.
  • Maintains a feeling of pride in work; strives to achieve all goals.
  • Minimum Requirements :

  • High School diploma or GED.
  • Two years of verifiable prior related experience in heavy equipment operation not required but is preferred.
  • Experience working at sites regulated by OSHA or a state environmental agency is preferred.
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