Heqvy Equipment Operator, Processing Facilities

GFL Environmental Inc. • Upper Marlboro, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves the safe operation of various heavy equipment, including bobcat, backhoe, track hoe, compactor, and steer equipment, primarily for baling, loading, and moving waste material at processing facilities. GFL aims to invest in its employees, known as 'Team Green,' by providing opportunities for growth and supporting their life ambitions. The company is dedicated to offering sustainable solutions to customers and communities. GFL fosters a culture of growth, allowing employees to advance in their careers, learn new skills, build relationships, and pursue personal goals. Safety and sustainability are core values, uniting the team in their purpose to provide environmental solutions. GFL offers opportunities in both Field Operations, which are central to the company's vision of cleaner communities, and Professional Services. GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all and does not provide visa sponsorship for this position; valid work authorization is required.

Requirements

• Ability to operate various equipment including bobcat, backhoe, track hoe, compactor and/or steer equipment to bale, load and move waste material.
• Completion of forklift certification.
• Ability to obtain Transfer Station / Landfill Operations Certification if needed.
• Operate excavator, forklift/bobcat, front-loader, baler, backhoe, track hoe, bull dozer, compactor and/or steer equipment, safety shoes and eye protection.
• Demonstrate ability to follow instructions and work under little supervision.
• Apply commonsense understanding to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in a standardized setting.
• Ability to perform the four basic functions of math and to be able to read and understand the meaning of equipment gauges.
• Must have the ability to read, speak, understand and write the English language.
• Must be able to frequently lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate necessary equipment to bale and load waste material into trailers.
• Perform inspection and maintenance checks of equipment daily.
• Grease/lubricate equipment, check and add fluids to equipment daily.
• Operator will steer, guide and or drive the above listed equipment at the assigned site, if the equipment is used at the particular site(s) using steering wheel, shifters, levers, buttons and pedals.
• Operator will substitute for another operator if someone is absent from the work crew or as needed/required.
• Operator will clean trash from tracks of heavy equipment by pulling and or cutting material away from tracks and gear mechanisms at least once daily or more if needed.
• Operator will use a two-way radio to communicate with co-workers in the field and or office regarding work activities, and priorities for the work day.
• Conform in all respects with applicable federal, state/provincial and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors.
• Maintain appearance of the grounds and facility.
• Attend safety and branch meetings.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

Benefits

• 3 weeks PTO annually
• 4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• 401(k) with an employer match
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees