Lead Equipment Operator

GFL Environmental Inc.•Pontiac, MI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist and coordinate the day-to-day field operations to ensure quality service and product line efficiency. Provide leadership to other operators and promote a positive employee/employer relationship.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired.
Completion of forklift certification.
Ability to obtain Transfer Station/Landfill Operations Certification if needed.
Ability to operate any type of equipment necessary to perform job.
Ability to communicate in writing and verbally with others.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations that apply to the job.
Ability to write simple reports and correspondence such as pre- and post-trip inspections, accident reports, daily paperwork, etc.
Ability to read and comprehend simple correspondence and instructions such as company policies and procedures, etc.
Ability to apply common sense reasoning to carry out written and/or oral instructions and to solve general problems.
Ability to follow instructions and work under limited supervision.
Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds.
Sitting is required 75% of the time due to the primary function of operating.
Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, taste, and smell.
Visual Requirements: include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus due to the constant maneuvering of vehicle in tight and high traffic areas.
Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required.
Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

Responsibilities

Assist the Operations Supervisor with sustaining a productive and motivated workforce by screening, selecting, training, developing and evaluating personnel required to meet service commitments.
Help ensure operators are performing task knowledgeably, productively and safely.
Ensure that all operators complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections and reports, daily equipment report, operational forms and other documentation daily.
Provide feedback to Operations Supervisor regarding operators productivity, work performance, etc. daily.
Assist in resolving any customer concerns and bring to resolution.
Assist in resolving any operator concerns and bring to resolution.
Working knowledge of equipment to manage solid waste and/or cover materials.
Operate equipment as necessary.
Ensure operator’s complete VCR’s.
Communicate equipment/vehicle mechanical problems to supervisor immediately.
Maintain operational quality standards as predetermined by management.
Follow all safety and equipment checks and precautions in performance of all duties.
Comply with all federal, state/provincial, local and company rules on safety and vehicle operation.
Assist the Operations Supervisor with accident investigations and preparing the necessary paperwork.
Attend and assist with safety and branch meetings.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.