Heavy Equipment Operator

Waste Connections

2d • $29 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

Waste Connections is searching for our next All-Star Heavy Equipment Operator to join us at our West Van Materials Recovery Center (6601 NW Old Lower River Rd, Vancouver, WA 98660). Starting rate of pay is $29.00/HR Schedule is MONDAY - FRIDAY Shift is 12:30 PM – 9:00 PM (or until close/last truck out). Overtime often. Safety Sensitive: YES Qualified candidates must have Front End Loader, Excavator, Yard Truck and Trailer experience.

Requirements

• Valid Drivers License and acceptable motor vehicle report.
• Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment is required.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of light and heavy equipment operation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of basic vehicle inspection and maintenance including tire pressure, checking oil and water levels.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 500-hours of Heavy Equipment Operating experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Nice To Haves

• Compactor experience preferred.
• Heavy Equipment Operating certification from an accredited trade school preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ability to efficiently & safely operate Front End Loader, Excavator, Yard Truck and Trailer.
• Performs routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles such as checking oil, water, and tires.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Yearly Safety Bonuses
• Yearly Boot Allowance
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Paid Time off
• 401k Program
• Year Round Full Time Stable work
• medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future"

What This Job Offers

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