Heavy Equipment Operator

Republic Services • Bowling Green, KY

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About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for safely operating heavy equipment at a recycling facility, landfill, or transfer station to transfer, spread, cover, load, and/or compact waste or soil efficiently and safely. The operator performs equipment inspections and minor service, monitors waste and equipment conditions, documents equipment condition and repairs, and follows company safety policies and procedures. The role also includes keeping the shop clean and equipment serviced and stored at the end of each shift, along with other job-related duties as assigned.

Eligible employees may elect to participate in the company's compensation and benefits programs. Republic Services describes itself as an environmental services company providing recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste, and field services. The posting notes the company's commitments to circularity, decarbonization, and sustainability.

Requirements

• Two years of prior related experience in heavy equipment operation.
• One year of prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.
• Good customer service skills and a professional, courteous, cooperative, honest, and trustworthy approach toward customers and coworkers.
• Good time management skills to complete assigned responsibilities efficiently and safely.
• Good follow-through, including adherence to the work schedule and addressing challenges as they arise.
• Ability to adhere to company policies and rules, promote company safety standards, and avoid inappropriate risks.
• Pride in work and a commitment to achieving goals.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-operation equipment inspections according to company policy, ensuring windows, lights, mirrors, and rear-view cameras are clean.
• Safely and efficiently operate equipment such as forklifts, excavators, bulldozers, front-end loaders, and other equipment using proper safety standards.
• Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable materials.
• Monitor equipment condition to ensure it is operationally ready and minimize downtime; clean tracks or wheels as needed.
• Perform and document minor equipment service, referring more complicated mechanical issues to the Maintenance Shop.
• Complete Equipment Condition Reports and other necessary reports; report needed repairs to a supervisor.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure the shop is clean and equipment is serviced and stored at the completion of each shift.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may elect comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans, and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Retirement plan with a company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO).

What This Job Offers

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