Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer

GFL Environmental Inc.•Traverse City, MI

About The Position

Safely operate, or demonstrate the ability to operate, heavy equipment such as excavators, front loaders, and bulldozers to bale, load, and move waste material. The operator works at assigned sites, performs daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance, and helps maintain the grounds and facility. The role also involves communicating with coworkers by two-way radio, following applicable laws and company policies, and attending safety and branch meetings. Other job-related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED desired, but not required.
Completion of forklift certification.
Ability to obtain Transfer Station/Landfill Operations Certification if needed.
Ability to follow instructions and work with little supervision.
Ability to use commonsense understanding to address 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.
Ability to frequently lift, push, or pull up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform the physical activities and meet the visual requirements described in the posting.

Responsibilities

Operate equipment to bale and load waste or other material into trailers.
Inspect equipment daily and perform maintenance checks.
Grease and lubricate equipment, and check and add fluids daily.
Steer, guide, or drive equipment at assigned sites using steering wheels, shifters, levers, buttons, and pedals, 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 field and office coworkers about work activities and daily priorities.
Comply with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, orders, company policies and procedures, and supervisor directives.
Maintain the appearance of the grounds and facility.
Attend safety and branch meetings.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.