Class A Driver/Equipment Operator
About The Position
The Equipment Operator / Class A Driver position is responsible for transferring, spreading, and loading MSW, Clean Wood, C and D waste, and Single Sort Recyclables to ensure materials are transported and disposed of appropriately. The role operates heavy equipment, commercial vehicles, and recycling machinery; performs inspections and maintenance; maintains records; and supports site and facility upkeep. Work takes place outdoors and involves exposure to extreme weather, heavy machinery, dust and fumes, noise, odors, gases, heavy traffic, and possible toxic chemicals. The position has physical demands including frequent standing and walking, regular handling and operation of objects and controls, and occasional lifting or moving of up to 100 pounds.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Class A CDL.
- Previous experience with heavy equipment.
- May be required to obtain various certifications related to the assigned area of responsibility.
Responsibilities
- Transfer, spread, cover, load, and/or compact solid waste or soil using excavators, loaders, landfill compactors, backhoes, tractors, skid steers, and off-road trucks.
- Process materials for recycling while operating grinders and screeners.
- Operate heavy commercial trucks, tractor-trailers, and roll-offs.
- Perform pre- and post-operation inspections on equipment and vehicles.
- Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and vehicles.
- Maintain various records and/or logs.
- Wash, lubricate, and fuel equipment and vehicles.
- Pick materials from incoming loads.
- Maintain site grounds, including picking litter, mowing, weed whipping, street sweeping, plowing, and dust control.
- Perform building and other stationary equipment maintenance.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
