Equipment Operator

Interstate Waste Services; Village of Hillburn (NY); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Interstate Waste Services is seeking a dependable Equipment Operator to support waste handling and transfer station operations at our Hillburn facility in NY. You will operate heavy equipment, manage material movement, and help maintain safe, efficient site operations.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of heavy equipment experience, familiarity with skid steers, wheel loaders, and yard trucks, and a strong safety record. Overtime and Saturday work may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Strong knowledge of yellow iron equipment operations.
• Experience operating skid steers, wheel loaders (CAT 950 preferred), and yard trucks.
• Ability to work overtime and Saturdays as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including skid steers, CAT 950 loaders, yard trucks.
• Push, sort, load, and transfer MSW and recyclables.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow safety policies and OSHA requirements.
• Communicate with scale operators, spotters, drivers, and supervisors.
• Report equipment defects and safety concerns promptly.
• Assist with site housekeeping, snow removal, and other duties.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Positive attitude

Team player

Safety-focused mindset

Ability to work in fast paced env

Excellent communication skills

Dependable and punctual

Job description

Overview

Equipment Operator

Location: 331 Route 17 South Hillburn, NY 10931Schedule:

• Monday-Friday: 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM or until jobs are completed
• Saturday: 6:00 AM to 11:30 AM or until jobs are completed
• Overtime as needed

Pay: $27/Hr

Position Summary

We are seeking a dependable and safety-conscious Equipment Operator to join our sanitation and transfer station team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating various pieces of heavy equipment to support daily waste handling, transfer station operations, site maintenance, and material movement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operate heavy equipment including:

• Skid Steers
• CAT 950 Loaders or equivalent wheel loaders
• Yard trucks/yard jockeys
• Excavators (preferred)
• Grapple and bucket attachments

• Push, sort, load, and transfer municipal solid waste (MSW), construction and demolition debris, and recyclable materials.
• Load transfer trailers safely and efficiently.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections.
• Complete Daily Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs).
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all company safety policies and OSHA requirements.
• Communicate effectively with scale operators, spotters, truck drivers, and supervisors.
• Report equipment defects, safety concerns, and operational issues promptly.
• Assist with site housekeeping, snow removal, and other facility duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Strong knowledge of yellow iron equipment operations.
• Experience operating skid steers, wheel loaders (CAT 950 preferred), and yard trucks.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced outdoor environment in all weather conditions.
• Understanding of safety procedures around truck traffic and heavy equipment.
• Reliable transportation and excellent attendance record.
• Ability to work overtime and Saturdays as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a sanitation, waste management, recycling, quarry, or transfer station environment.
• CDL Class A or B license (preferred but not required).
• Mechanical knowledge and ability to identify equipment issues.
• Experience loading transfer trailers and managing waste stockpiles.

What We're Looking For

• Strong work ethic
• Positive attitude
• Team player
• Safety-focused mindset
• Ability to work in fast paced environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Dependable and punctual

Additional Information

This job description is intended to be an accurate representation of the general functions of the job, rather than exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or experience. Other duties may be assigned, requested, or required. Aspects of the job may be altered without notice.

Interstate Waste Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salary Range Minimum

USD $27.00/Hr.

Salary Range Maximum

USD $27.00/Hr.