Heavy Equipment Operator

Enviri Corporation • Plainville, CT

2h

About The Position

The Equipment Operator will be responsible for safe and efficient operation primarily using a front-end loader and the occasional operation of other heavy equipment to transport earthen material, process equipment, and components. Additional responsibilities include performing physical and manual labor-related tasks such as maintenance, cleaning and manually material sorting

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience operating, >3yr front-end loader.
• Experience operating of heavy equipment including haul truck, water truck, telehandler forklift, skid steer, and excavator a plus.
• Mechanical aptitude/ability a plus
• Ability to speak, understand and write in English.
• Ability to walk over uneven surfaces and climb onto equipment.
• Ability to bend and to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the workday.
• Must be able to work outdoors in hot and cold temperatures.
• Must be able to work in a busy, often distracting work environment.
• Willingness and ability to wear company provided personal protection equipment eye protection, steel toed shoes, hard hat, hearing protection and Tyvek coveralls.
• Capability to work overtime and various shifts which may include weekends.
• Good work ethic, self-motivated

Nice To Haves

• Ability to deal politely and professionally with coworkers and company visitors
• Ability to follow directions or instruction
• Ability to use a computer to access training portals

Responsibilities

• Safe and efficient operation primarily using a front-end loader.
• Perform pre-trip inspections and grease fittings as needed prior to operation of equipment.
• Provide guidance and serve as a spotter for trucks arriving and departing from the process operations.
• Maintain clean process operations, ensuring that both work area and equipment remain free from clutter. Responsible for ensuring that work area is clean and organized at the end of the shift.
• Willingness to fill in for operations and/or maintenance staff as needed.
• Participate in pre-shift and post-shift safety and operational meetings.
• Adhere to all company and governmental safety regulations.
• Perform other reasonably related tasks and additional duties as assigned by supervisor/management

Benefits

• Health benefits available Day 1
• 401k available Day 1
• 10+ paid holidays/year
• Free HAZWOPER training and certification
• Overtime opportunities
• Ability to be cross-trained into different roles
• Clean Earth offers competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans starting on the first day of employment; paid time off, wellness benefits, employee discount program, tuition assistance, and a 401k with company matching.

What This Job Offers

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