Heavy Equipment Operator- Recycling
Republic Services•King of Prussia, PA
About The Position
The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for safely operating heavy equipment at a recycling center, landfill, or transfer station to transfer, spread, cover, load, and/or compact waste or soil efficiently and safely. The role includes inspecting and maintaining equipment, monitoring incoming waste for unacceptable materials, documenting equipment condition and minor service, following safety procedures, and keeping the shop clean and equipment stored at the end of each shift. Other job-related duties may be assigned.
Nice To Haves
- 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, including a professional, courteous, cooperative, honest, and trustworthy approach.
- Good time management skills to complete assigned responsibilities efficiently and safely.
- Good follow-through, including adhering to the work schedule and addressing challenges as they arise.
- Ability to adhere to company policies and rules, promote safety standards, and avoid inappropriate risks.
- Pride in work and 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, and front-end loaders in accordance with 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, and refer more complex mechanical issues to the Maintenance Shop.
- Complete Equipment Condition Reports and other necessary reports, and report needed repairs to a supervisor.
- Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
- Ensure the shop is clean and serviced and equipment is stored at the completion of each shift.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 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).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
