Heavy Equipment Operator - Transfer

Casella Waste Systems•Hyde Park, VT

About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Operator ensures safe, efficient operation of heavy equipment at the Transfer Station to transfer and load materials. The role operates one or more types of yellow iron equipment and helps maintain facility safety, cleanliness, and production schedules. The position includes a career path with four levels: Apprentice (0–2 years of heavy equipment operating experience), Operator I (2–4 years), Operator II (4–6 years), and Lead Operator (6+ years). Progression reflects the number of equipment types an employee can operate, their knowledge of safety procedures, and, at the lead level, their ability to train, mentor, prioritize, delegate, and communicate with the team and managers.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
Legally eligible to work in the United States.
High school diploma or GED required.
Two years of prior heavy equipment operation experience preferred.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Physical ability to perform duties in various weather conditions.
Demonstrated commitment to work and safety.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
For the applicable career path levels, demonstrated ability to safely operate the required types of yellow iron equipment and knowledge of safety protocols; lead operators also need the ability to develop training plans, mentor employees, prioritize, delegate, and communicate clearly.

Nice To Haves

Two years of prior experience in heavy equipment operation.
Openness to personal and professional training and development.
Ability to operate multiple types of yellow iron equipment, with broader equipment capability associated with higher career path levels.

Responsibilities

Open and close the facility according to scheduled hours of operation.
Oversee the schedule of where and which trucks are to dump, and switch out trailers.
Keep public areas of the transfer station clean, following the Operation Manager’s daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules.
Ensure external and internal customers use the transfer station according to safety rules and regulations.
Meet loading schedules so driver loads are ready for production.
Direct incoming trucks and vehicles safely to appropriate unloading areas.
Follow all safety and equipment checks and precautions while performing duties.
Immediately report mechanical problems found during pre-trip inspections or routine operations to the shop foreman.
Participate in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales, and services.
Perform other duties needed to support the company’s vision, mission, and core values.