Heavy Equipment Operator

Amwaste; Barnesville (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Amwaste is seeking an Operator – Heavy Equipment in Barnesville, Georgia. The role involves operating heavy equipment safely at recycling centers or landfills, ensuring efficient waste transfer and maintenance.

The ideal candidate will have customer service skills, strong time-management abilities, and at least a high school diploma. Experience in heavy equipment operation is preferred but not mandatory. This position offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment focused on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Good customer service skills to meet and exceed expectations.
• Good time-management skills to ensure responsibilities are completed efficiently.
• Two years of verifiable prior related experience in heavy equipment operation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre‑ and post‑operation inspections of the equipment.
• Safely and efficiently operate equipment such as forklifts and bulldozers.
• Complete Equipment Condition Reports and report necessary repairs.

Skills

Customer service skills

Time-management skills

Ability to adhere to company policies

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Heavy equipment

Job description

Position Summary

The Operator – Heavy Equipment is responsible for the safe operation of heavy equipment at a recycling center, landfill or transfer station for the purpose of transferring, spreading, covering, loading and/or compacting waste or soil in an efficient and safe manner.

Principal Responsibilities

• Perform pre‑ and post‑operation inspections of the equipment to ensure maintenance and safety. Safely and efficiently operate equipment such as forklift, excavator, bulldozer, rock truck, front‑end loader and others using proper safety standards.
• Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable materials.
• Continuously monitor equipment condition to keep it operationally ready, cleaning tracks or wheels as needed to minimize downtime.
• Perform and document minor service on equipment; refer more complicated mechanical issues to the Maintenance Shop for repair.
• Complete Equipment Condition Reports and other reports; report any necessary repairs to supervisor as needed.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Good customer service skills to meet and exceed expectations; professional, courteous, cooperative toward customers and coworkers; honesty and trustworthiness.
• Good time‑management skills to ensure responsibilities are completed efficiently and safely.
• Good follow‑through ability; adherence to work schedules and challenges.
• Ability to adhere to company policies and rules, promote safety standards, and avoid taking inappropriate risks.
• Maintains pride in work; strives to achieve goals.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of verifiable prior related experience in heavy equipment operation preferred (not required).
• Experience working at sites regulated by OSHA or a state environmental agency preferred.