Small Equipment Operator

Rumpke Waste & Recycling • Akron, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Small Equipment Operators are responsible for operating equipment including, but not limited to, paper balers, bobcats, and forklifts to transport or bind paper or loose materials to facilitate handling as well as load or unload materials into trailers and/or railcars. This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

Requirements

• Ability to maneuver equipment through tight areas with high equipment and pedestrian traffic
• Ability to pass a written and operational test to be certified to operate a forklift and bobcat
• Good verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers
• Must be able to read and speak the English language well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, directions, traffic signs, signals, and safety training
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Valid driver’s license (if applicable)
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
• Must be able to read and speak the English language

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience operating equipment preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform safe driving practices while transporting, loading, and unloading loose or baled materials and always operate equipment in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and Company policies
• Safely stack baled material in a manner that does not endanger personnel, equipment, or materials
• Organize and secure the stored materials in accordance with policy
• Conduct pre-trip/post-trip inspections on equipment and complete necessary forms
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment, (i.e., lubricating, fueling, and cleaning equipment)
• Monitor for signs of unacceptable material
• Weigh, tag, log, and prepare baled materials for transport
• Professionally interact with internal and external customers
• Clean waste from equipment body and wheels throughout the day
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• health
• dental
• vision
• matching 401(k)
• life insurance
• paid vacation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed