Equipment Operator

GFL Environmental Inc.•Travelers Rest, SC

About The Position

The Equipment Operator safely operates equipment used to bale, load, and move waste material at an assigned site. Equipment may include a forklift, bobcat, backhoe, track hoe, compactor, and other equipment used at the site. The operator performs daily inspections and basic maintenance, keeps the grounds and facility appearance maintained, communicates with coworkers about work activities and priorities, and follows applicable laws and company policies. The role works outdoors 100% of the time, typically inside a covered heavy-equipment cab and exposed to all weather conditions except lightning storms.

Requirements

Forklift certification must be completed.
Ability to obtain Transfer Station / Landfill Operations Certification if needed.
Ability to operate equipment such as an excavator, forklift/bobcat, front-loader, baler, backhoe, track hoe, bulldozer, compactor, and/or steer equipment.
Demonstrate the ability to follow instructions and work with little supervision.
Apply commonsense understanding to solve problems involving several concrete variables in a standardized setting.
Ability to perform the four basic math functions and read and understand equipment gauges.
Ability to read, speak, understand, and write English.
Frequently lift, push, or pull up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including standing, sitting, walking, using hands and fingers, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking, hearing, climbing, balancing, tasting, and smelling.
Meet visual requirements including close, distance, and color vision; peripheral vision; depth perception; and ability to adjust focus.
Wear safety shoes and eye protection.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED is desired but not required.

Responsibilities

Operate equipment to bale and load waste material into trailers.
Perform daily equipment inspections and maintenance checks.
Grease and lubricate equipment and check and add fluids daily.
Steer, guide, or drive equipment at the assigned site using its controls, when that equipment is used at the site.
Substitute for another operator when a crew member is absent or as needed.
Remove trash from heavy-equipment tracks and gear mechanisms at least daily, or more often if needed.
Use a two-way radio to communicate with coworkers in the field or office about work activities and daily priorities.
Comply with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, company policies, procedures, and supervisor directives.
Maintain the appearance of the grounds and facility.
Attend safety and branch meetings.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.