Experienced Recycling Equipment Operator

Republic Services, Inc.; Euless (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Retirement plan with match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Republic Services, Inc. in Texas (Euless) is seeking a Stationary Equipment Operator to safely run stationary equipment at recycling facilities and transfer stations. Responsibilities include pre/post-inspections, loading transfer trucks, and maintaining safe, efficient operations.

The role requires 2+ years in heavy equipment operation and at least 1 year at OSHA-regulated sites, with valid certifications. Excellent customer service and safety focus are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of heavy equipment operation experience.
• Minimum 1 year experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.
• Valid certificate(s) of training and applicable licenses for operation of equipment, as required.
• Good customer services skills to meet and exceed customer expectations; acts in a professional, courteous and cooperative manner toward customers and co-workers.
• Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-operation inspection of the equipment in accordance with Company policy to ensure windows, lights, mirrors and rear view camera are clean.
• Safely and efficiently operate equipment that may include: forklift, excavator, bulldozer, front-end loader, sweeper or baler and other stationary equipment using proper safety standards.
• Continuously monitor waste or other materials for evidence of unacceptable waste/materials.
• Load the transfer truck with a front-end loader and ensure complete capacity by packing down waste with bucket; regulate tonnage into the transfer trailer.
• Continuously observe packed waste/materials for signs of hazards, including smoldering, fire, etc.
• Continuously monitor the condition of the equipment to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time; clean tracks or wheels on equipment, as needed.
• Perform and document minor service on equipment, referring more complicated mechanical issues to Maintenance Shop for repair.
• Complete Equipment Condition Report and other reports, as necessary; report any necessary repairs to supervisor, as needed.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Customer service

Education

OSHA training/certification

Job description

Republic Services, Inc. in Texas (Euless) is seeking a Stationary Equipment Operator to safely run stationary equipment at recycling facilities and transfer stations. Responsibilities include pre/post-inspections, loading transfer trucks, and maintaining safe, efficient operations.

The role requires 2+ years in heavy equipment operation and at least 1 year at OSHA-regulated sites, with valid certifications. Excellent customer service and safety focus are essential for success in this position.