Equipment Operator

Synagro WWT, Inc.; Holly Hill (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Competitive wages

Job summary

Synagro WWT, Inc. is seeking a skilled equipment operator to safely handle vehicles and heavy/agricultural machinery including JD models, with daily inspections and logging of performance data.

You will ensure safe, compliant operation, perform preventive maintenance, assist with facility maintenance, and take on general tasks to keep the area running smoothly.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Minimum 2 years heavy or agricultural equipment experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate all assigned equipment.
• Conduct daily pre-operational inspections and maintain equipment logs.
• Document operating data and report malfunctions or unsafe conditions.
• Ensure operations meet contractual and regulatory compliance.
• Perform preventive maintenance per OEM manuals and SOPs.
• Assist with facility maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Perform general assignments to maintain safe, clean operations.

Skills

Communication

Operate heavy equipment

Basic math

Smartphone use

Mechanical aptitude

Follow directions

Travel willingness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Valid Driver's License

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Performs various project work which requires safely operating vehicles and a variety of heavy/agricultural equipment that may include, but not limited to; front end loader, belt press, centrifuge, dredger, spreader box, excavator, terragator, and road tractor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safely and efficiently operate all assigned equipment, including but not limited JD 644J, 744J, 824J and/or 300D vehicles and other ancillary site equipment...
• Responsible for conducting daily pre-operational inspections and completion of equipment log books while documenting any equipment malfunctions or unsafe conditions.
• Required to maintain record of operation including, but not limited to, daily operating data and abnormal conditions.
• Ensures that the operation of the equipment meets or exceeds contractual and regulatory compliance.
• Performs preventive maintenance of equipment in accordance with manufacturers O&M manuals and company sops.
• Assist where necessary to support facility maintenance activities including preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Perform general assignments as necessary to ensure the safe, clean and efficient operation of the area.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Communication skills – verbal and written
• Ability to operate heavy or agricultural equipment in a safe manner
• Ability to perform basic math
• Efficiently operate and use smart phone
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Ability to follow directions
• Ability to travel

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Valid Drivers' License
• Minimum 2 years heavy or agricultural equipment experience preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Sitting, Climbing, Balancing, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Fingering, Feeling, Lifting up to 50 lbs., Talking, Hearing, and Seeing
• The worker is subject to confined spaces
• The worker is subject to outside environmental conditions: No effective protection from weather
• The worker is subject atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
• The worker is subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to bio-solids

Salary Range: $22.00-$27.00 per hour (commensurate with experience)

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all essential job functions, knowledge, skills, abilities, efforts, and physical or working conditions associated with a position.

AA/EOE/M/F/D/V

We thank all individuals for their interest in Synagro however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Preferred

High School or better.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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