Equipment Operator (Wheel Loader Operator) - Req. ID: 4096
Denali Water Solutions LLC
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Denali Water Solutions LLC in Winston-Salem, NC is seeking a Full-Time Equipment Operator (Wheel Loader Operator) to safely operate wheel loaders and other heavy equipment in production, loading, and site operations. You will perform pre-trip inspections, load/unload materials, and collaborate with supervisors to maintain workflow while meeting safety, OSHA, and DOT requirements.
This role requires prior experience with heavy equipment, strong safety awareness, ability to work outdoors in varied
Qualifications
- Experience operating wheel loaders or other heavy equipment preferred.
- Experience in construction, quarry, landfill, aggregate, mining, recycling, or industrial environments preferred.
- Ability to safely operate heavy equipment in various weather and terrain conditions.
- Strong understanding of equipment safety procedures and hazard awareness.
- Ability to perform equipment inspections and identify mechanical issues.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- CDL preferred but not required depending on location.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work outdoors.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate wheel loaders, front-end loaders, and other heavy equipment in production, construction, landfill, quarry, or industrial environments.
- Load and unload trucks, trailers, hoppers, conveyors, and stockpiles efficiently and accurately.
- Transport materials such as dirt, aggregate, compost, mulch, debris, waste, or construction materials throughout the facility or job site.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on equipment and report maintenance or safety concerns immediately.
- Maintain equipment cleanliness and assist with basic preventative maintenance as needed.
- Follow all OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and company safety policies and procedures.
- Work closely with supervisors, dispatch, and production teams to maintain steady workflow and meet operational goals.
- Assist with grading, backfilling, stockpile management, and site preparation activities.
- Monitor surrounding work areas to ensure safe operation around personnel, vehicles, and equipment.
- Complete required paperwork, inspection logs, and operational documentation accurately and timely.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
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Full Time Winston Salem, NC, US
7 days ago Requisition ID: 4096
Salary Range: $22.00 To $25.00 Hourly
Denali is the leading organic recycling company on a mission to unlock the power of unused food and organics, transforming them into resources to feed, fuel and replenish the earth. Our work is essential to keeping water clean, reducing the need for new landfill capacity, building soil fertility, helping farmers be more resilient, and reducing society’s reliance on fossil fuels. Denali provides meaningful and measurable change for any business that handles food, creating value with our scalable solutions across the nation. Our services and products touch thousands of acres and businesses, millions of tons of organic material, and nearly every person who purchases and consumes food in the U.S.
$1000 Annual Retention Bonus | Competitive Weekly Pay
Quarterly regional raffle: $1,000 prize/region
Annual regional raffle: $5,000 prizes (4 winners)
Annual Apex winner: $10,000 prize
The Standard Wheel Loader / Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for safely operating wheel loaders and other heavy equipment to support daily production, material handling, loading, unloading, and site operations. This position plays a key role in maintaining efficient workflow while ensuring compliance with company safety standards, DOT regulations, OSHA requirements, and operational procedures.
- Safely operate wheel loaders, front-end loaders, and other heavy equipment in production, construction, landfill, quarry, or industrial environments.
- Load and unload trucks, trailers, hoppers, conveyors, and stockpiles efficiently and accurately.
- Transport materials such as dirt, aggregate, compost, mulch, debris, waste, or construction materials throughout the facility or job site.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on equipment and report maintenance or safety concerns immediately.
- Maintain equipment cleanliness and assist with basic preventative maintenance as needed.
- Follow all OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and company safety policies and procedures.
- Work closely with supervisors, dispatch, and production teams to maintain steady workflow and meet operational goals.
- Assist with grading, backfilling, stockpile management, and site preparation activities.
- Monitor surrounding work areas to ensure safe operation around personnel, vehicles, and equipment.
- Complete required paperwork, inspection logs, and operational documentation accurately and timely.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
- Previous experience operating wheel loaders, front-end loaders, or heavy equipment preferred.
- Experience in construction, quarry, landfill, aggregate, mining, recycling, or industrial environments preferred.
- Ability to safely operate heavy equipment in various weather and terrain conditions.
- Strong understanding of equipment safety procedures and hazard awareness.
- Ability to perform equipment inspections and identify mechanical issues.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Basic mechanical knowledge preferred.
- Valid driver’s license required; CDL preferred but not required depending on location.
- Ability to lift, climb, bend, and work outdoors for extended periods.
- Loader operation
- Site safety compliance
- Preventative maintenance
- Construction or industrial production support
- Communication and teamwork
- Time management and reliability
- Outdoor work environment in varying weather conditions
- Exposure to dust, noise, vibration, and moving machinery
- Fast-paced production and construction environments
- May require overtime, weekends, or extended hours based on operational needs
- Ability to sit, stand, climb, bend, and lift throughout the workday
- Ability to safely enter and exit heavy equipment multiple times daily
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed
- Ability to maintain focus and awareness in safety-sensitive environments
- Mission-driven work in a rapidly growing sustainability company
- Opportunities for professional growth and learning
- Collaborative, values-driven team culture
- Competitive salary and benefits
At Denali, the work we do begins and ends with you - our employees. That's why we strive to ELEVATE you to be your best, both at work and at home. Our benefits aren't just about compensation; they're part of a broader commitment to helping you thrive in all aspects of life. Here's how we live out our values every day:
- E - Employee: At Denali, we believe in offering competitive compensation packages that include not only great benefits but also a strong focus on safety, flexibility, and rewards and recognition. You are the backbone of our success, and we make
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