Heavy Equipment Operator - Excavator, Night Shift

Interstate Waste Services•Amsterdam, OH

22h•$24 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Interstate Waste Services is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to join their team. This role is responsible for the loading, pushing, and transferring of solid waste material in a transfer station, ensuring efficient and professional operations. The company prides itself on a unique culture that balances corporate standards with a small business, family-style atmosphere. They are committed to providing high-quality waste, recycling, and environmental services with a focus on safety for employees, customers, and the environment. This position offers a flexible work week with alternating schedules of 4 days on/3 days off and 3 days on/4 days off.

Requirements

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States.
High school/GED education completed, higher education is a plus.
Minimum 2 years experience as Equipment Operator required.
Fluency in English required.

Nice To Haves

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