Transfer Station Loader/Operator

GFL Environmental Inc. • Hartland, WI

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About The Position

Assist in ensuring safe, timely, and professional day-to-day operation of the transfer station, including directing incoming trucks and vehicles to appropriate unloading areas. This requisition is intended to build a talent pipeline; candidates may not receive an immediate response, and hiring is based upon need. Pay is $32+/hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

• Previous heavy equipment experience in a high-demand role.
• Ability to read and understand simple instructions, brief correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write basic correspondence.
• Effective communication skills for one-on-one and small-group interactions with customers, clients, and coworkers.
• Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting and moving loads up to 50 pounds.
• Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located; visa sponsorship is not provided.

Nice To Haves

• SWANA Transfer Worker Certification, preferred within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the facility according to scheduled hours.
• Oversee and manage the Transfer Station in the absence of management.
• Oversee housekeeping and maintenance of the facility.
• Keep public areas clean, following the Operations Manager’s daily, weekly, and monthly facility cleaning schedules.
• Clear all trash from the floor daily.
• Safely direct incoming trucks and vehicles to appropriate unloading areas.
• Oversee scheduling of truck dumping areas and trailer switching.
• Meet loading schedules so driver loads are ready to meet production targets.
• Operate site equipment as needed for safe, timely, and professional transfer station operations.
• Keep assigned units clean, including washing them at least once a week and cleaning cab interiors, windows, and mirrors daily.
• Immediately report mechanical issues found during pre-trip inspections or routine operations to the shop foreman.
• Ensure internal and external customers follow transfer station safety rules and regulations.
• Follow safety protocols, equipment checks, and precautions.
• Complete daily reports, pre-trip and post-trip inspection reports, and other requested documentation accurately.
• Attend required safety and branch meetings.
• Comply with applicable federal, state/provincial, and local laws and regulations, and company directives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• 15 days of paid time off.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plan options.
• Health Savings Account with employer match option.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) with employer match up to 4%.
• Supplemental health plans through Unum.
• Employer-paid basic life insurance.
• Employee-paid short-term disability option.
• Employer-paid long-term disability.
• Mental health support through Employee Assistance Program.
• Seven paid holidays annually.

What This Job Offers

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