Farm Equipment Operator Technician (NON-CDL)

Wind River Environmental, LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Wind River Environmental, LLC is seeking a Farm Equipment Operator in Kentucky to operate and maintain heavy farm equipment, including front-end loader, water truck windrow turner, tractor, and dump truck, while handling non-hazardous waste materials safely.

The role emphasizes maintaining equipment, following safety protocols, recording usage, and collaborating with team members under Wind River safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must have the ability to read and interpret documents including company policies and procedures, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, maps and road signs.
• Ability to speak, cooperate and communicate effectively with customers, co-workers and management.
• Ability to work independently and manage pressure to meet deadlines.
• Basic computer literacy including email and internet skills.
• Ability to perform basic math functions.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain heavy farm equipment such as front-end loader, water truck windrow turner, tractor, AND DUMP TRUCK
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment
• Work with non-hazardous waste materials in a responsible and environmentally friendly manner
• Maintain accurate records of equipment usage and maintenance
• Communicate effectively with other team members to ensure efficient operations
• Follow all Wind River Environmental safety protocols
• Other duties as assigned by management

Skills

Reading documents

Communication

Independent work

Basic computer literacy

Basic math

Education

High-School Diploma

Job description

Description

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled Farm Equipment Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience operating farm equipment and working with non-hazardous waste materials. As a Farm Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining various types of farm equipment to ensure efficient and safe operation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain heavy farm equipment such as front-end loader, water truck windrow turner, tractor, AND DUMP TRUCK
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment
• Work with non-hazardous waste materials in a responsible and environmentally friendly manner
• Maintain accurate records of equipment usage and maintenance
• Communicate effectively with other team members to ensure efficient operations
• Follow all Wind River Environmental safety protocols
• Other duties as assigned by management

Work Environment

• You are regularly exposed outside weather conditions and non-hazardous fumes
• Must be comfortable working independently
• Interaction with customers periodically

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret documents including Company policies and procedures, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, maps and road signs.
• Ability to speak, cooperate and communicate effectively with customers, co-workers and management.
• Ability to work independently and manage pressure to meet deadlines.
• Basic computer literacy including email and internet skills.
• Ability to perform basic math functions.

Required Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to successfully pass drug screen, medical certification, physical exam and road exams
• Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace
• Must be able to meet physical demands evaluation
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• High-School Diploma

The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $20.00 - $21.00 hourly at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Wind River Environmental services and maintains a broad array of non-hazardous liquid waste systems, including grease traps, septic tanks and related waste systems. Headquartered in Marlborough, MA we offer a full suite of services to business, residential and municipal customers throughout the East Coast.

Wind River Environment LLC is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation , gender identity , age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.“Wind River Environmental participates in E-Verify. Additional information is available in English (PDF) and Spanish (PDF).”