Lead Heavy Equipment Operator

Republic Services•Salem, OR

About The Position

The Recycling Center Lead Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for safely operating heavy equipment at a landfill to transfer, spread, cover, load, and/or compact recycling efficiently. The role also coordinates the activities of Equipment Operators and may direct employees in completing work assignments. The position includes inspecting and maintaining equipment, monitoring incoming materials, supporting safe operations, and helping meet production schedules. The Lead Heavy Equipment Operator trains or assists in training new employees, recommends improvements to production methods and equipment performance, and coordinates work activities with supervisors or managers. Other job-related duties may be assigned.

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 manner.
Good time-management skills to complete assigned responsibilities efficiently and safely.
Ability to adhere to the work schedule and follow through on challenges.
Ability to follow Company policies and rules, promote safety standards, and avoid inappropriate risks.
Pride in work and motivation to achieve 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.
Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable materials.
Monitor equipment condition and operational readiness, clean tracks or wheels as needed, and minimize downtime.
Perform and document minor equipment service and refer more complex mechanical issues to the Maintenance Shop.
Complete Equipment Condition Reports and other required reports, and report repairs needed to a supervisor.
Follow and enforce required safety policies and procedures.
Ensure the shop is clean, serviced, and stored at the completion of each shift.
Train or assist in training new employees.
Review production schedules and estimate hours needed to complete assignments; establish or adjust work procedures to meet schedules.
Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality, and suggest changes to working conditions or equipment use to improve efficiency.
Direct employees in completing work; interpret instructions, specifications, blueprints, or job orders and assign duties as needed.
Coordinate activities of individual departments or shifts with a supervisor or manager.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.