Equipment Operator Night Shift

NEW EARTH USA LLC; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

NEW EARTH USA LLC is seeking an Equipment Operator for the night shift in Cedar Rapids, IA. This full-time role operates Roll Off/Hook Truck, Wheel Loader, and Forklift, with 12-hour overnight shifts and potential weekends.

Candidates must have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license; CDL preferred. Duties include safety-driven operation, basic maintenance, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license; CDL preferred.
• Experience with hook/roll-off trucks and wheel loaders preferred.
• Experience with heavy equipment preferred.
• Pass background and drug tests.

Responsibilities

• Operate Roll Off/Hook Truck, Wheel Loader, and Forklift.
• Operate equipment at landfills, recycling facilities or sites for disposal or reuse.
• Promote safety; assess risks and use PPE.
• Able to perform manual labor and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Maintain clean work area and basic equipment maintenance.
• Communicate with supervisors and team members.
• Pass background and drug tests.

Skills

OSHA safety

PPE use

Communication

Data accuracy

Flexible hours

Education

Valid driver's license

CDL Class A or B (preferred)

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Roll Off/Hook Truck

Wheel Loader

Forklift

Job description

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Equipment Operator Night Shift

Full Time Technical Iowa Maintenance Shop, Cedar Rapids, IA, US

9 days ago Requisition ID: 1135

Salary Range: $26.00 To $30.00 Hourly

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:
• Highschool or equivalent.
• Experience:
• Prior experience with hook/roll-off trucks and wheel loaders preferred.
• Prior experience with heavy equipment.
• Certificate/Licensure:
• Valid driver's license.
• CDL Class A or B (preferred).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operation of equipment combinations (Roll Off/Hook Truck, Wheel Loader, Forklift).
• Operation of equipment in industrial waste, soil amendments and other non-hazardous solids on customer facilities, designated landfills, recycling facilities, or land sites for disposal, recycling, or beneficial use.
• Practice and promote safety; including but not limited to, assessing risks before starting tasks, only performing authorized activities, utilizing appropriate PPE.
• Able to do some manual labor and lift 50 lbs.
• Basic housekeeping of work area.
• Basic care and maintenance of equipment.
• Maintain communication with supervisors and team members.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Ability to pass a drug test.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• General knowledge of the principles, practices and processes including current Federal and State laws, statutes, regulations, policies.
• Ability to use personal protective equipment in compliance with OSHA exposure control program.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with management staff, other employees, and the general public.
• Ability to use accuracy in the identification and reporting of data.
• Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime and/or weekends.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Generally, the employee filling this position will be expected to be present at the project location for a 12-hour overnight shift and/or as directed by the Project Manager or designated representative. May work extended hours including weekends and holidays.
• Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, bend, and kneel.
• Frequently must push, pull, move or lift up to 50 lbs.
• The workplace is in a smoke-free environment.
• PPE is required and must be worn as instructed.
• Must adhere to all safety requirements.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

100% - Operates equipment in accordance with the Occupational and Safety Health Act (OSHA) requirements as well as Customer and Company expectations for the Fleet; maintains a clean and safe vehicle.

• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned equipment.
• Immediately reports any unsafe situations to the Manager before attempting service.
• Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by the Manager.
• Notify Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
• Perform scheduled maintenance, cleaning and other duties as assigned by the Company.