Heavy Equipment Operator

GFL Environmental Inc. • Apopka, FL

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About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Operator safely operates heavy machinery to bale, load, move, sort, and process waste and recycled materials in an industrial setting. Equipment may include excavators, track hoes, wheel loaders, track loaders, bulldozers, balers, compactors, forklifts, bobcats, and backhoes.

The operator performs daily pre-trip inspections, fluid checks, greasing, and other routine equipment maintenance; clears track gear and mechanisms at the end of shifts; helps maintain facility grounds; and communicates job priorities with ground crews and other operators via two-way radio. The role involves working outdoors in all weather in a field setting, following site safety and environmental standards, and assisting fellow operators as needed.

The position offers year-round work and a stated schedule of 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with 45 or more hours per week and weekly overtime. Weekends are off.

Requirements

• Proven experience operating heavy equipment such as yellow iron, track hoes, loaders, or excavators in an industrial, scrap, landfill, or transfer station environment.
• Forklift certification, or ability to obtain it.
• Ability to obtain Transfer Station / Landfill Operations certification if needed.
• Strong commitment to federal, state, and site safety protocols.
• Safety boots and eye protection are required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather in a field setting and perform routine mechanical greasing and cleaning.
• Good verbal and written English communication skills.
• Basic math skills to read equipment gauges and operational meters.
• Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located; the employer does not provide visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy machinery to bale, load, move, sort, and process waste and recycled materials.
• Perform daily pre-trip inspections, fluid checks, greasing, and routine equipment maintenance.
• Clear track gear and mechanisms at the end of shifts.
• Maintain facility grounds.
• Communicate active job priorities with ground crews and other operators via two-way radio.
• Provide coverage for fellow operators as needed.
• Follow site safety guidelines, environmental standards, and applicable safety protocols.

Benefits

• 15 days of paid time off.
• Paid company holidays.
• Four medical plan options, including an HSA with employer contribution and match.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Free counseling services through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Advancement and promotion opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed