Heavy Equipment Operator

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

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform pre- and post-operation inspections of the equipment according to Company policy to ensure maintenance and safety.
• Safely operate equipment such as forklifts, excavators, bulldozers, rock trucks, front-end loaders, and other machinery using proper safety standards.
• Continuously monitor waste for unacceptable materials and maintain the condition of the equipment to minimize downtime.
• Perform minor service on equipment and document repairs; refer complex issues to the Maintenance Shop.
• Complete Equipment Condition Reports and report necessary repairs to supervisors.
• FOLLOW ALL REQUIRED SAFETY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES.
• Perform additional job-related duties as assigned.
• This role will also involve handling recyclable materials from railcars to rolloff containers for transport to designated recycling areas or landfills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent customer service skills to meet and exceed customer expectations.
• Strong time management skills to complete responsibilities efficiently and safely.
• Able to adhere to work schedules and follow through on challenges.
• Aware of and adheres to Company policies and rules; promotes safety standards.
• Maintains pride in work and strives to achieve all goals.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Two years of verifiable prior experience in heavy equipment operation (preferred).
• Experience working at OSHA-regulated sites or state environmental agencies (preferred).