Equipment Operator

Synagro • Taft, CA

9d

About The Position

The Equipment Operator performs project work that requires the safe operation of vehicles and heavy or agricultural equipment. Equipment may include front-end loaders, belt presses, centrifuges, dredgers, spreader boxes, excavators, Terragators, and road tractors. Work includes loading and applying material at approved destinations, traveling between job sites and plants (which may involve overnight travel), maintaining and cleaning equipment, and keeping operation records. The operator also represents Synagro in interactions with clients and the public.

This role requires communication skills, safe equipment operation, basic math, efficient use of a smartphone, mechanical and electrical aptitude, and the ability to follow directions. A high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license are required. Project work experience and commercial driving or heavy/agricultural equipment experience are preferred. The hourly rate is $25–$30; prevailing wage opportunities are available.

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 operate and use a smartphone efficiently.
• 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 plants and job sites; travel may involve overnight stays.
• Clean biosolids or lime residuals from equipment before leaving the field or work site.
• Represent Synagro as a brand advocate and ambassador in interactions with clients and the public.
• Conduct daily inspections and perform basic preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Clean the shop and clean tools and equipment as required.
• Maintain operation records.

Benefits

• 15 days paid time off
• 10 holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage 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