Landfill Heavy Equip Operator

Republic Services • Concord, NC

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About The Position

The Operator – Heavy Equipment is responsible for safely and efficiently operating heavy equipment at a recycling center, landfill, or transfer station. Equipment is used to transfer, spread, cover, load, and/or compact waste or soil. The operator inspects and monitors equipment, identifies and reports repair needs, performs minor service, and follows company safety policies and procedures. The position also includes monitoring incoming waste for unacceptable materials and completing related equipment and operational reports.

Requirements

• Two years of prior related experience in heavy equipment operation.
• One year of prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.
• Good customer service skills and the ability to interact professionally, courteously, cooperatively, honestly, and trustworthily with customers and coworkers.
• Good time-management skills to complete assigned responsibilities efficiently and safely.
• Good follow-through, including adherence to the work schedule and addressing challenges as they arise.
• Ability to adhere to company policies and rules, promote company safety standards, and avoid inappropriate risks.
• Pride in work and motivation to achieve goals.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-operation equipment inspections in accordance with company policy, ensuring windows, lights, mirrors, and rear-view cameras are clean.
• Safely and efficiently operate equipment such as forklifts, excavators, bulldozers, and front-end loaders, using proper safety standards.
• Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable materials.
• Monitor equipment condition to ensure operational readiness and minimize downtime; clean equipment tracks or wheels as needed.
• Perform and document minor equipment service, and refer more complicated mechanical issues to the Maintenance Shop.
• Complete Equipment Condition Reports and other necessary reports, and report required repairs to a supervisor.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure the shop is clean, serviced, and stored at the completion of each shift.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage
• Dental plans
• Vision coverage
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts
• Short- and long-term disability
• Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discount programs
• Retirement plan with a company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed