Heavy Equipment Operator

Republic Services; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

EAP

Employee discount

401(k) match

ESPP

PTO

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking an Operator – Heavy Equipment to safely operate at a recycling center, landfill or transfer station, performing loading, spreading, covering and compacting waste or soil with attention to safety and efficiency.

The role requires at least two years of heavy equipment experience and OSHA site exposure; you will conduct inspections, maintain equipment, and report issues, while upholding company safety standards and customer service.

Qualifications

• Customer service skills to meet expectations with a courteous, professional manner.
• Strong time management to complete duties safely and efficiently.
• Reliable follow-through and ability to meet schedules.
• Adherence to company safety policies and rules.
• Pride in work and commitment to goals.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-operation inspections per policy.
• Safely operate heavy equipment such as forklift, excavator, bulldozer, loader.
• Monitor waste for unacceptable materials and equipment condition.
• Perform minor servicing and report repairs to maintenance.
• Complete reports and communicate repairs to supervisor.
• Follow all safety policies and maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Follow-through

Policy compliance

Pride in work

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.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre‑ and post‑operation inspection of the equipment in accordance with Company policy to ensure windows, lights, mirrors and rear view camera are clean. Safely and efficiently operate equipment that may include forklift, excavator, bulldozer, front‑end loader and other equipment using proper safety standards.
• Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste in materials.
• Continuously monitor the condition of the equipment to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time; clean tracks or wheels on equipment, as needed.
• Perform and document minor service on equipment, referring more complicated mechanical issues to Maintenance Shop for repair.
• Complete Equipment Condition Report and other reports, as necessary; report any necessary repairs to supervisor, as needed.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure that shop is clean, serviced and stored at the completion of each shift.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Good customer services skills to meet and exceed customer expectations; acts in a professional, courteous and cooperative manner toward customers and co‑workers; works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness.
• Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner.
• Good follow through ability; ability to adhere to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise.
• Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules set forth; promotes the Company’s safety standards; does not take inappropriate risks.
• Maintains a feeling of pride in work; strives to achieve all goals.

Minimum Requirements

• Two years of prior related experience in heavy equipment operation.
• One year of prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.

Rewarding Compensation And Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Benefits: https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits

EEO STATEMENT: Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. For any concerns relating to Republic Services’ commitment to equal opportunity employment, you may contact the AWARE Line at 1-866-3-AWARE-4.