Gondola Truck Driver - Heavy Equipment Operator

Interstate Waste Services • Amsterdam, OH

1d • $24 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Interstate Waste Services is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for their transfer station. This role is responsible for the loading, pushing, and transferring of solid waste material, ensuring the transfer station is maintained efficiently and professionally. The ideal candidate will be a team player with self-motivating traits.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as Equipment Operator required
• Fluency in English required

Nice To Haves

• Higher education is a plus
• Experience from the sanitation industry is strongly preferred
• Spanish bilingual is a plus

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy duty equipment such as excavators and bucket loaders (yellow iron equipment), with various other small machinery
• Routinely set up and inspect equipment prior to operation
• Have knowledge of machine capabilities and limitations
• Observe hand signals, grade stakes, or other markings when operating machines to perform work duties in compliance of safety specifications
• Receive written and oral instruction regarding material movement
• Move materials over short distances, around facility
• Maintain an efficient flow by loading transfer trailers to target load weight and reduce traffic congestion
• Create and maintain inclines or ramps
• Repair machinery and replace parts as needed

What This Job Offers

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