Lead Heavy Equipment Operator

Republic Services•Salem, OR

About The Position

The Recycling Center Lead Heavy Equipment Operator safely operates heavy equipment at a landfill to transfer, spread, cover, load, and compact recycling efficiently. The position also coordinates the activities of Equipment Operators, directs employees in completing work, and may train new employees. The role includes inspecting and maintaining equipment, monitoring incoming materials, completing required reports, enforcing safety procedures, and coordinating work to meet production schedules.

Requirements

At least 2 years of related experience in equipment operation.
At least 1 year of prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.
Mechanical, equipment, or trade school certificate or training.
Prior supervisory or lead experience.
Good customer service skills and a professional, courteous, cooperative, honest, and trustworthy approach.
Good time-management skills to complete responsibilities efficiently and safely.
Ability to follow a work schedule and follow through on challenges.
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 in accordance with 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 using proper safety standards.
Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable materials.
Monitor equipment condition, keep it operationally ready to minimize downtime, and clean tracks or wheels as needed.
Perform and document minor equipment service and refer more complicated mechanical issues to the Maintenance Shop.
Complete Equipment Condition Reports and other required reports, and report necessary repairs to a supervisor.
Follow and enforce required safety policies and procedures.
Ensure the shop is clean, serviced, and stored at the end of each shift.
Train or assist in training new employees.
Review production schedules and estimate hours needed to complete job assignments.
Establish or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules.
Recommend improvements to production methods, equipment performance, and quality.
Suggest changes to working conditions and equipment use to improve efficiency.
Direct employees in completing work; interpret instructions, specifications, blueprints, or job orders and assign duties as needed.
Coordinate activities with a supervisor or manager and with individual departments or shifts.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.