Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Proven experience operating heavy equipment, such as yellow iron, track hoes, loaders, or excavators, in an industrial, scrap, landfill, or transfer station environment.
• Forklift certification, or the ability to obtain it.
• Ability to obtain Transfer Station or Landfill Operations certification if needed.
• Strong commitment to federal, state, and site safety protocols.
• Safety boots and eye protection are required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors in all-weather cabs in a field setting.
• Ability to perform routine mechanical greasing and cleaning.
• Good verbal and written English communication skills.
• Basic math skills to read equipment gauges and operational meters.
• Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located; visa sponsorship is not provided.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy machinery to bale, load, move, sort, and process waste and recycled materials.
• Perform daily pre-trip inspections, fluid checks, and greasing to maintain equipment.
• Clear track gear and mechanisms at the end of shifts.
• Maintain facility grounds.
• Communicate active job priorities with ground crews and other operators using a two-way radio.
• Assist fellow operators as needed.
• Follow site safety guidelines and environmental standards.

Benefits

• 15 days of paid time off.
• Paid company holidays.
• Four medical plan options, including an HSA with employer contribution and match.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Free counseling services through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Year-round work and stability in an essential industry.
• Opportunities for advancement, including promotion into higher management roles.
• Consistent weekly overtime pay.