Equipment Operator

GFL Environmental Inc.; Rockmart (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is hiring for a heavy equipment operator responsible for bale and load operations, inspections, and on-site equipment handling at our Georgia site. Role requires operating multiple machines, maintaining safety, and supporting a clean, compliant work environment.

The position demands physical stamina, English literacy, and a readiness to operate in outdoor conditions with appropriate PPE. Training and safety meetings are a core part of the job.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Forklift certification is required.
• Ability to obtain Transfer Station / Landfill Operations Certification if needed.
• Operate listed heavy equipment (forklift, bobcat, front-loader, baler, backhoe, track hoe, bull dozer, compactor) with proper safety gear.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to bale and load waste material into trailers.
• Perform daily inspections and maintenance checks on equipment.
• Grease/lubricate equipment and check fluids daily.
• Steer, guide and drive listed equipment at the site with safety.
• Substitute for other operators as needed.
• Attend safety and branch meetings and keep facilities clean.
• Follow all laws, policies and directives; communicate via two-way radio.

Skills

Follow instructions

Basic math

Read/write English

Physical stamina

Outdoor work

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Forklift certification

Transfer Station / Landfill Operations Certification

Tools

Forklift

Excavator

Bobcat/Skid-steer

Backhoe

Track hoe

Baler

Job description

Safely operate and/or have the ability to operate various equipment including forklift, bobcat, backhoe, track hoe, compactor and/or steer equipment to bale, load and move waste material.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate necessary equipment to bale and load waste material into trailers.
• Perform inspection and maintenance checks of equipment daily.
• Grease/lubricate equipment, check and add fluids to equipment daily
• Operator will steer, guide and or drive the above listed equipment at the assigned site, if the equipment is used at the particular site(s) using steering wheel, shifters, levers, buttons and pedals.
• Operator will substitute for another operator if someone is absent from the work crew or as needed/required.
• Operator will clean trash from tracks of heavy equipment by pulling and or cutting material away from tracks and gear mechanisms at least once daily or more if needed.
• Operator will use a two-way radio to communicate with co-workers in the field and or office regarding work activities, Requirements: and priorities for the work day.
• Conform in all respects with applicable federal, state/provincial and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors.
• Maintain appearance of the grounds and facility.
• Attend safety and branch meetings.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired, but not required.
• Completion of forklift certification.
• Ability to obtain Transfer Station / Landfill Operations Certification if needed.
• Operate excavator, forklift/bobcat, front-loader, baler, backhoe, track hoe, bull dozer, compactor and/or steer equipment, safety shoes and eye protection.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrate ability to follow instructions and work under little supervision.
• Apply commonsense understanding to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in a standardized setting
• Ability to perform the four basic functions of math and to be able to read and understand the meaning of equipment gauges.
• Must have the ability to read, speak, understand and write the English language.
• Must be able to frequently lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds.
• Work in outdoor environment 100% of the time.

Physical/Mental Demands:

• Ability to stand, sit, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, taste, and smell.
• Visual Requirements: include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to frequently lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions:

• Constantly exposed to loud noise, humidity, outside weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, vibration, toxic and caustic chemicals, fumes and airborne particles
• Work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• Work in outdoor environment inside heavy equipment covered cab, but exposed to all weather conditions, except lightning storms.
• Occasionally work in high precarious places.
• Work in outdoor environment 100% of the time.

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Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required.Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.