Heavy Equipment Operator

Interstate Waste Services • Danbury, CT

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Interstate Waste Services is seeking an experienced 2nd SHIFT Heavy Equipment Operator to operate an excavator and loader to move material and load trailers. This role is crucial for maintaining the transfer station in an efficient and professional manner, requiring both teamwork and self-motivation. The company prides itself on being a progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services, committed to safety and quality while combining the resources of a large company with the values of a family-run business.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• High school/GED education completed
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as Equipment Operator required
• Fluency in English required

Nice To Haves

• Higher education is a plus
• 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

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED