Equipment Operator

Synagro • Rancho Cordova, CA

5d

About The Position

The Equipment Operator performs project work that requires safely operating vehicles and a variety of heavy or agricultural equipment, which may include front-end loaders, belt presses, centrifuges, dredgers, spreader boxes, excavators, terragators, and road tractors. The role includes loading and land application of material at assigned or approved destinations, traveling between job sites and plants, and cleaning equipment before leaving a field or work site. Overnight travel may be required.

The operator represents Synagro in interactions with clients and the public, performs daily equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance, maintains operating records, and helps keep the shop, tools, and equipment clean. The position requires safe equipment operation, effective communication, basic math, mechanical and electrical aptitude, and the ability to follow directions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Valid driver's license.
• Safe driving record: no serious tickets or accidents in the last five years and no DWI/DUI in the last ten years.
• Ability to operate heavy or agricultural equipment safely.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to efficiently operate and use a smartphone.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Ability to follow directions.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum two years of project work experience preferred.
• Minimum three years of commercial driving or heavy/agricultural equipment experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely at all times.
• Load and apply material at assigned or approved destinations.
• Travel between job sites and between job sites and plants; travel may involve overnight stays.
• Clean biosolids or lime residuals from equipment before leaving the field or work site.
• Represent the company positively in interactions with clients and the public.
• Conduct daily inspections and perform basic preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Clean the shop, tools, and equipment as required.
• Maintain operating records.

Benefits

• 15 days paid time off.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage available within 30 days of hire.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company match.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• 401(k) with company match, fully vested upon hire.
• Career growth and promotional opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED