Equipment Operator Trainee

Maryland Environmental Service; Maryland; On-site; USD 41,515 - 57,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance with choice of plans

401K retirement savings with agency  |

Paid vacation, personal and sick leave

Eleven paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Maryland Environmental Service seeks an Equipment Operator Trainee to provide equipment operation services at field locations, including the Midshore II Regional Landfill in Ridgely, MD. The role requires high school or GED and offers on-site work with potential CDL Class A preference.

You will operate equipment, perform safety checks, and support clients with efficient field operations while adhering to MES standards and regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Limited experience with heavy construction equipment acceptable.
• Valid driver's license with fewer than 5 points; CDL Class A preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment at MES field locations, including Midshore II Regional Landfill in Ridgely, MD.
• Assist with daily equipment maintenance and safety checks.
• Support MES clients with efficient, compliant operation of equipment at project sites.

Skills

Heavy equipment

Driver's license

CDL Class A preferred

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

## Equipment Operator TraineeApplylocations: Ridgely, MDtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R02630**Current MES Employees who are interested in applying for this position must visit the Internal MES Careers Page by going to their Workday Dashboard, clicking on the Career icon and selecting Find Jobs.**This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading team that provides environmental solutions to the public and private sectors throughout the State of Maryland.**Job Description:**Maryland Environmental Service has an opening for an Equipment Operator Trainee at our Midshore II Regional Landfill in Ridgely, MD. This position provides equipment operation services for MES clients at field locations.**Estimated Pay Range:**$41,515.16 - $57,083.16**Benefits:*** Health Insurance with choice of medical plan and prescription, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance options, along with flexible spending accounts* 401K retirement savings program with generous agency match* Paid vacation, personal and sick leave* Eleven paid holidays per year* Tuition assistance**Minimum Requirements:**Graduation from a standard high school or GED equivalency certification. Limited experience with heavy construction equipment is acceptable.Must have a valid driver's license with less than 5 points. CDL Class A is preferred.This position will be open until filled.This position is eligible for on-spot, contingent offers. Candidates who apply after an on-spot offer has been extended (including internal candidates) will not be considered unless the candidate who receives the on-spot, contingent offer does not complete the process to become an MES employee.Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successfully completing required pre-employment screens, to include full background check, drug & alcohol screening, and position appropriate physical.Maryland Environmental Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. MES does not participate in programs that require sponsorship for work visas.