Equipment Operator - Trainee

International Executive Service Corps; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is seeking an Equipment Operator to manage waste and recyclable materials. This role involves operating heavy machinery, maintaining safety protocols, and supporting operational tasks. Ideal candidates should have experience with heavy equipment and a commitment to safety and community service.

Benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Health and wellness benefits

Retirement plans with match

Educational assistance

Commuting benefits

Employee referral program

Qualifications

• One year of related experience with heavy equipment operation.
• Knowledge of job site safety and regulations.
• Willingness to learn basic computer programs.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment for the transport of waste materials.
• Conduct daily safety checks on equipment and report issues.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the work environment.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Job site safety practices

Basic computer skills

Education

High school degree or GED

Job description

Role

Under limited supervision, sorts, positions, stages and loads waste and recyclable materials for the safe transport and efficient removal from the site.

Essential Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment, such as a loader, dozer, excavator or similar equipment, as applicable to location.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment.
• Maintains good customer relations and interacts in a professional manner with customers.
• Performs daily routine safety and equipment operation checks including pre- and post-shift inspections on assigned equipment.
• Reports issues to the appropriate authority and in a timely manner.
• Supports other areas of the operation as needed.
• Reports all accidents and/or safety violations to the appropriate authority and in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• One year of related experience, including experience in the operation and maintenance of heavy equipment.
• Principles and practices of job site safety, potential job hazards, and state and local regulations including applicable waste regulation.
• Basic computer programs.
• High school degree or GED preferred.

Recology Offers

• An ecologically innovative company that finds and mentors people committed to protecting the environment and sustaining our communities.
• The largest employee-owned resource recovery company in the industry with terrific benefits to help you prosper.
• A creative and caring culture that values community, diversity, altruism, accountability, collaboration, and learning by doing.
• An inspired company mission driven to use and return resources to their best and highest use through the practice of the 4R’s: Reduce, Re-use, Recycle, and Recologize.
• Distinct professional challenges to connect with, care for, and grow community that sees a world without waste.

Recology Benefits May Include

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Retirement plans (Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with match).
• Annual wellness incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Educational assistance.
• Commuting benefits.
• Employee referral program.

Supplemental Information

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job; and pursuant to applicable law, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records. It is important that you provide accurate information on the job application, inaccurate information may cause delays in the processing of your application and/or may disqualify you as a candidate.

Recology is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting an inclusive work environment where employees are valued, heard, and provided development opportunities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis that is prohibited by law.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job.