Light Equipment Operator/Scale Operator

LENE LANDFILL TX, LP•Abilene, TX

29d

About The Position

The Stationary Equipment Operator is responsible for safely operating stationary equipment at a recycling facility, hauling or collections location, or transfer station. The purpose of the work is to transfer, load, or compact waste and other materials efficiently and safely. Equipment may include forklifts, excavators, bulldozers, front-end loaders, sweepers, balers, and other stationary equipment. The role includes inspecting and maintaining equipment, monitoring materials for unacceptable waste and potential hazards, handling and loading materials, documenting equipment condition and minor service, and following required safety policies and procedures. The position may also perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

At least 2 years of heavy equipment operation experience.
At least 1 year of experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.
Valid training certificate(s) and applicable licenses for equipment operation, as required.
Good customer service skills and a professional, courteous, cooperative, honest, and trustworthy manner toward customers and coworkers.
Good time management skills to complete assigned responsibilities efficiently and safely.
Ability to follow through, adhere to the work schedule, and address challenges as they arise.
Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules and promote Company safety standards without taking 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 stationary equipment using proper safety standards.
Monitor waste and other materials for evidence of unacceptable materials.
Identify and deposit materials into appropriate piles and stock baled trash.
Load transfer trucks with a front-end loader, pack down waste with the bucket, and regulate tonnage into transfer trailers.
Observe packed waste and materials for hazards, including smoldering or fire.
Monitor equipment condition and clean tracks or wheels as needed to keep equipment operational and minimize downtime.
Perform and document minor equipment service, and refer more complicated mechanical issues to the Maintenance Shop.
Complete Equipment Condition Reports and other necessary reports, and report repairs to a supervisor as needed.
Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.