Frontline Landfill Equipment Operator

GFL Environmental Inc.; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. in Raleigh, North Carolina, is seeking a Landfill Equipment Operator to safely operate and maintain heavy equipment used to bale and load waste materials into trailers.

You will perform daily inspections, grease and check fluids, and communicate with crew via radio to coordinate daily priorities. The role requires English language proficiency, a high school diploma or GED, and forklift certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED desired, but not required.
• Completion of forklift certification.
• Ability to obtain Transfer Station / Landfill Operations Certification if needed.
• Operate excavator, forklift/bobcat, front-loader, baler, backhoe, track hoe, bull dozer, compactor and/or steer equipment.
• Must read, speak, understand and write English.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to bale and load waste material into trailers.
• Perform inspection and maintenance checks of equipment daily.
• Grease/lubricate equipment and check fluids daily.
• Operate or drive equipment at the site with controls.
• Substitute for another operator as needed.
• Clean trash from tracks and gear mechanisms daily.

Skills

Follow instructions

Reading gauges

Math basics

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Forklift certification

Transfer Station / Landfill Operations certification

Tools

Forklift

Bobcat

Backhoe

Track Hoe

Compactor

Front-loader

Baler

Bull dozer

Job description

GFL Environmental Inc. in Raleigh, North Carolina, is seeking a Landfill Equipment Operator to safely operate and maintain heavy equipment used to bale and load waste materials into trailers.

You will perform daily inspections, grease and check fluids, and communicate with crew via radio to coordinate daily priorities. The role requires English language proficiency, a high school diploma or GED, and forklift certification.