Green Movement Operator: Small Equipment & Logistics

Padnos; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wage

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

100% Tuition reimbursement for Team

First Time Home Buying Assistance

401K Match and Profit Sharing

Performance Driven Bonuses

Job summary

PADNOS in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Small Equipment Operator to safely operate hi-lo, forklift, sweeper, bobcat, skid steers or a small loader to assist in loading, unloading, grading, inspecting and transporting materials.

You will distinguish material grades, perform routine maintenance, troubleshoot basic repairs, and prepare necessary documents. The role emphasizes safety, attention to detail, and teamwork in a fast-paced, growing recycling environment.

Qualifications

• Six months operating small equipment experience preferred (forklift, sweeper truck, hilo).
• Strong experience in warehouse organization—pulling, sorting, packing.
• Equipment operation and preventive maintenance knowledge.
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills; able to work independently or in a team.
• Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate hi-lo, forklift, sweeper, bobcat, skid steers or small loader.
• Assist in loading, unloading, grading, inspecting and transporting materials.
• Distinguish grades and types of materials using basic tests.
• Perform routine maintenance and report malfunctions.
• Prepare documents and reports.
• Troubleshoot basic repairs and complete paperwork.

Skills

Small equipment operation

Warehouse organization

Preventative maintenance knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Team player

Attention to detail

Job description

PADNOS in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Small Equipment Operator to safely operate hi-lo, forklift, sweeper, bobcat, skid steers or a small loader to assist in loading, unloading, grading, inspecting and transporting materials.

You will distinguish material grades, perform routine maintenance, troubleshoot basic repairs, and prepare necessary documents. The role emphasizes safety, attention to detail, and teamwork in a fast-paced, growing recycling environment.