Heavy Equipment Operator

GFL Environmental Inc.; Apex (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator in Apex, NC. The role involves operating various heavy machinery to manage waste material safely and efficiently. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and forklift certification. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently are essential. The position offers exposure to outdoor working conditions and requires physical stamina to handle equipment and materials.

Qualifications

• Completion of forklift certification required.
• Ability to obtain Transfer Station / Landfill Operations Certification.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate various heavy equipment to move waste material.
• Perform daily inspections and maintenance checks of equipment.
• Attend safety and branch meetings.

Skills

Problem Solving

English

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Excavator

Backhoe

Bulldozer

Compactor

Job description

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Key Responsibilities

1. Safely operate and/or have the ability to operate various equipment including forklift, bobcat, backhoe, track hoe, compactor, and/or steer equipment to bale, load, and move waste material.
2. Operate necessary equipment to bale and load waste material into trailers.
3. Perform daily inspection and maintenance checks of equipment, including greasing, lubricating, and checking fluids.
4. Steer, guide, and operate equipment at the assigned site using steering wheel, shifters, levers, buttons, and pedals.
5. Substitute for another operator as needed or when someone is absent.
6. Clean trash from tracks of heavy equipment daily or as needed.
7. Use a two-way radio to communicate with co-workers regarding work activities, requirements, and priorities.
8. Conform to all applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, and company policies.
9. Maintain the appearance of the grounds and facility.
10. Attend safety and branch meetings.
11. Perform other duties as required by management.

Requirements

1. High school diploma or GED desired but not required.
2. Completion of forklift certification.
3. Ability to obtain Transfer Station / Landfill Operations Certification if needed.
4. Operate equipment such as excavator, forklift/bobcat, front-loader, baler, backhoe, track hoe, bulldozer, and compactor, with appropriate safety gear.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
2. Apply common sense to solve problems involving multiple variables.
3. Read and understand equipment gauges and perform basic math functions.
4. Proficient in English (reading, speaking, understanding, writing).
5. Physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
6. Work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Physical and Mental Demands

1. Ability to stand, sit, walk, use hands, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, and balance.
2. Visual requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Working Conditions

1. Exposure to loud noise, humidity, weather, moving mechanical parts, vibration, chemicals, fumes, and airborne particles.
2. Work environment is usually moderate to loud, outdoors, sometimes in high or precarious places.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity employment. For accommodations, contact [e-mail].