Transfer Station Heavy Equipment Operator

Republic Services • Meridian, ID

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About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for safely operating heavy equipment at a recycling facility, landfill, or transfer station to transfer, spread, cover, load, and/or compact waste or soil efficiently and safely. Equipment may include forklifts, excavators, bulldozers, front-end loaders, and other equipment. The operator inspects equipment before and after use, monitors waste for unacceptable materials, maintains equipment readiness, performs and documents minor servicing, reports repair needs, completes required reports, follows safety procedures, and ensures the shop is clean and equipment is serviced and stored at the end of each shift. Other job-related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• At least two years of prior related experience in heavy equipment operation.
• At least one year of prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.
• Good customer service skills and the ability to act professionally, courteously, cooperatively, honestly, and trustworthily toward customers and coworkers.
• Good time-management skills to complete assigned responsibilities efficiently and safely.
• Ability to adhere to a work schedule and follow through on challenges as they arise.
• Ability to follow company policies and rules, promote 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, including 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 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 required reports, and report necessary repairs to a supervisor.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure the shop is clean and equipment is 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
• 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