Heavy Equipment Operator

GFL Environmental Inc. • Montrose, MI

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About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Operator supports landfill operations while maintaining a safe working environment. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the operator maintains ongoing communication with the Leadership Team and interacts with customers and contractors on site, providing excellent customer service. The role requires working in compliance with company policies and procedures and applicable health and environmental regulations, while continuing to improve the site's safety culture. Experience or aptitude in operating heavy equipment and general maintenance is required.

The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, with an occasional Saturday as needed. The role involves extensive physical activity, including strenuous work and lifting, pushing, or pulling objects over 50 pounds. The work environment includes some exposure to hazards or physical risks, requiring basic safety precautions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience directly related to the specified duties and responsibilities.
• Experience or aptitude in operating heavy equipment and general maintenance.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical work, including lifting, pushing, or pulling objects over 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment and landfill support equipment safely and efficiently.
• Work with a team to accomplish landfill operations tasks.
• Perform and communicate routine maintenance and safety inspections on vehicles and machines.
• Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Perform litter pickup as needed.
• Promote continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Maintain communication with the Leadership Team and provide excellent customer service to customers and contractors on site.
• Comply with company policies and procedures and applicable health and environmental regulations.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 15 days of paid time off
• Four medical plan options, including an HSA with employer contribution and a match program
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services

What This Job Offers

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