Heavy Equipment Operator

Gold Medal Environmental; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Gold Medal Environmental seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator to manage and operate various heavy machinery at their facility in Hagerstown, MD. The role requires expertise in operating equipment like forklifts and loaders, along with a strong emphasis on safety and adherence to instructions. Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma and at least two years of experience, ensuring operational efficiency in a dynamic environmental setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in heavy equipment operation.
• Knowledgeable with routine maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Proficient in operating various heavy machinery.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of heavy machinery including forklifts and loaders.
• Maintain cleanliness of facility and work areas.
• Follow safety instructions and perform tasks with limited supervision.

Skills

Heavy machinery operation

Safety adherence

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Heavy Equipment certificate

Job description

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Job Description Summary

An Equipment Loader, Machine Operator (Forklift, etc.), and/or Material Handler, is responsible for operating and controlling a wide variety of equipment vehicles/heavy machinery that are typically found at a material recovery facility including forklift, skid steer, and loader to move raw materials around a work site .

• Responsible for the safe and technically proficient operation of heavy equipment including Front End Loaders, Telehandlers, Skid Steers with Grapples, Sit Down diesel Forklifts with clamps/forks, Scissor Lifts and Operation of commercial Two Ram Bailer equipment.
• Ability to work various hours and flexible shifts when needed.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Helps maintain cleanliness of facility and work areas.
• Ability to follow instructions and work with limited supervision.
• Ability to operate Komatsu / JCB loader and telehandler.
• Proficient operation of New Holland Skid Steer with Grapple attachment.
• Ability to operate a manual roll off truck.
• Sampling/Grading of Inbound material & QC Outbound commodities
• Loading residue outthrow materials
• Ability to load recycling commodities for outbound customers.
• Willingness to work with/in other departments or areas as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management such as traffic control, janitorial duties of trailers and offices, garbage disposal and overall outside maintenance cleanup.
• Must be able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment.
• Cell phone usage is prohibited during working hours except for breaks and lunch times. This includes talking, texting, email, voicemail, social media sites etc.
  
  

Job Description Summary

An Equipment Loader, Machine Operator (Forklift, etc.), and/or Material Handler, is responsible for operating and controlling a wide variety of equipment vehicles/heavy machinery that are typically found at a material recovery facility including forklift, skid steer, and loader to move raw materials around a work site .

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe and technically proficient operation of heavy equipment including Front End Loaders, Telehandlers, Skid Steers with Grapples, Sit Down diesel Forklifts with clamps/forks, Scissor Lifts and Operation of commercial Two Ram Bailer equipment.
• Work under general supervision
• Ability to work various hours and flexible shifts when needed.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Helps maintain cleanliness of facility and work areas.
• Ability to follow instructions and work with limited supervision.
• Ability to operate Komatsu / JCB loader and telehandler.
• Proficient operation of New Holland Skid Steer with Grapple attachment.
• Ability to operate a manual roll off truck.
• Sampling/Grading of Inbound material & QC Outbound commodities
• Loading residue outthrow materials
• Ability to load recycling commodities for outbound customers.
• Willingness to work with/in other departments or areas as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management such as traffic control, janitorial duties of trailers and offices, garbage disposal and overall outside maintenance cleanup.
• Must be able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment.
• Cell phone usage is prohibited during working hours except for breaks and lunch times. This includes talking, texting, email, voicemail, social media sites etc.
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of heavy machinery operation and capabilities.
• Ability to follow instructions.
  
  

Qualifications, Education And Experience

• Must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent education/experience.
• Must have/maintain a valid driver’s License including reliable transportation.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to add/subtract/divide and retain information.
• Heavy Equipment certificate preferred.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in heavy equipment operation
• Recycling experience a plus
• Must have a good understanding of earthmoving techniques.
• Must be knowledgeable with routine maintenance on assigned equipment, DEI inspections, lubing and communication with maintenance.
• Must be capable of performing in a closed space environment, work safely and meet productively.
• Must have good written and oral English communications skills.
• Must be able to observe all safety (to include wearing required personal safety equipment), security, and health requirements for warehouse, and outside environment.
  
  

Work Environment

• The normal setting for this position is operating equipment/machinery and as such, this work is performed outdoors, with exposure in all seasonal weather conditions, including heat, snow, cold, rain, and wind.
• Safety is of the utmost importance as incumbent is required to enter and exit the vehicle frequently.
• Incumbent is frequently exposed to noise, vibration, dirt, dust, grease, and foul odors.
• The work requires mandatory use of personal protective equipment (including gloves, high visibility vests and uniforms).
• Exposure to moving heavy trucks while working outside in highly congested areas.
  
  

Physical Requirements

To successfully perform the essential functions of the job, the incumbent must be able to work in this environment and perform all duties as described below:

• Ability to pass a Functional Capacity Exam.
• Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) associated with working in this type of environment.
• Prolonged periods of operating heavy machinery.
• Able to work long periods including evenings and weekends when necessary.
• Must be able to operate machinery in all weather conditions and terrains.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds at a time.
  
  

Physical Demands

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

Percentage of Work Time Spent on Activity

0-24%

25%-49%

50%-74%

75%-100%

Visual acuity: Correctable to 20/20. Must be able to read computer screen and various reports

X

Hearing: Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with employees and others

X

Sitting/Standing/Walking

X

Ability to climb, bend, stoop, twist and reach in front of body, overhead and to the floor.

X

Exert physical effort in handling objects (grab, lift, move, place, shift, pull, push, adjust) 25-50 pounds of force

X

Fine Motor Control: Required to have motor control and coordination of hands, wrist, and finger dexterity to write, type, use of steering wheel, shifting, equipment and machine operation, etc.

X

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Work Style Requirements

• Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
• Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
• Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
• Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.
• Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
• Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable to variety of tasks assigned in the workplace.
• Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
• Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
• Persistence — Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
• Independence — Job requires guiding oneself with little or no supervision.
  
  

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed toindicatethe general nature oftheessential duties and primary responsibilitiesand level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended tocontainor be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Gold Medal Environmental is anEqualEmployment Opportunity(EEO) employer. We are committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce fostering a culture where we canretain,develop,and ensure our best talentisworkingin anenvironment where every employee feels included,valued,and recognized.

EMPLOYMENT AT-WILL

You are an at-will employee. Your employment with the Company is not to be considered permanent or for any guaranteed length of time, inclusive of completion of probationary/introductory/evaluation time periods for evaluating expectations, whether successful or not. Our employment relationship will continue as long as it is mutually satisfactory to both parties. You may resign at any time, with or without notice. Likewise, the company may terminate your employment at any time, for any reason it deems necessary.

Monday-Friday 7:00am-4:30pm with some mandatory Saturdays

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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