Heavy Equipment Operator

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Responsible for the safe and technically proficient operation of heavy equipment including Front End Loaders, Telehandlers, Skid Steers with Grapples, Sit Down diesel Forklifts with clamps/forks, Scissor Lifts and Operation of commercial Two Ram Bailer equipment.
• Work under general supervision
• Ability to work various hours and flexible shifts when needed.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Helps maintain cleanliness of facility and work areas.
• Ability to follow instructions and work with limited supervision.
• Ability to operate Komatsu / JCB loader and telehandler. 
• Proficient operation of New Holland Skid Steer with Grapple attachment.
• Ability to operate a manual roll off truck.
• Sampling/Grading of Inbound material & QC Outbound commodities
• Loading residue outthrow materials
• Ability to load recycling commodities for outbound customers.
• Willingness to work with/in other departments or areas as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management such as traffic control, janitorial duties of trailers and offices, garbage disposal and overall outside maintenance cleanup.
• Must be able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Extensive knowledge of heavy machinery operation and capabilities. 

• Ability to follow instructions. 

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent education/experience.
• Must have/maintain a valid driver’s License including reliable transportation.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to add/subtract/divide and retain information.
• Heavy Equipment certificate preferred.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in heavy equipment operation
• Recycling experience a plus
• Must have a good understanding of earthmoving techniques.
• Must be knowledgeable with routine maintenance on assigned equipment, DEI inspections, lubing and communication with maintenance.
• Must be capable of performing in a closed space environment, work safely and meet productively.
• Must have good written and oral English communications skills.
• Must be able to observe all safety (to include wearing required personal safety equipment), security, and health requirements for warehouse, and outside environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• The normal setting for this position is operating equipment/machinery and as such, this work is performed outdoors, with exposure in all seasonal weather conditions, including heat, snow, cold, rain, and wind.  

• Safety is of the utmost importance as incumbent is required to enter and exit the vehicle frequently. 

• Incumbent is frequently exposed to noise, vibration, dirt, dust, grease, and foul odors.  

• The work requires mandatory use of personal protective equipment (including gloves, high visibility vests and uniforms). 

• Exposure to moving heavy trucks while working outside in highly congested areas. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

To successfully perform the essential functions of the job, the incumbent must be able to work in this environment and perform all duties as described below:  

• Ability to pass a Functional Capacity Exam.  

• Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) associated with working in this type of environment. 

• Prolonged periods of operating heavy machinery. 

• Able to work long periods including evenings and weekends when necessary. 

• Must be able to operate machinery in all weather conditions and terrains. 

• Must be able to lift 25 pounds at a time. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  

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WORK STYLE REQUIREMENTS:  

• Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. 

• Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. 

• Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks. 

• Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical. 

• Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. 

• Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. 

• Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable to variety of tasks assigned in the workplace. 

• Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. 

• Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges. 

• Persistence — Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles. 

• Independence — Job requires guiding oneself with little or no supervision.