Heavy Equipment Operator

Interstate Waste Services, Inc.; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Interstate Waste Services is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to support transfer station operations in the New Jersey area. The role involves loading, pushing, and transferring solid waste with excavators and bucket loaders, maintaining equipment, and following safety procedures to keep the facility efficient.

The ideal candidate has at least two years of equipment operating experience, a high school diploma or GED, and fluency in English; Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of equipment operator experience.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• English fluency; Spanish bilingual is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy duty equipment such as excavators and bucket loaders (yellow iron equipment).
• Routinely set up and inspect equipment prior to operation.
• Know machine capabilities and limitations.
• Observe hand signals and markings when operating machines to meet safety specs.
• Receive written and oral instruction regarding material movement.
• Move materials over short distances within the facility.
• Maintain efficient flow by loading transfer trailers to target load weight.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

English language

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Interstate Waste Services is the most progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services in the greater New York, New Jersey and Connecticut markets with a rail-served landfill in Ohio. IWS is committed to delivering high-quality waste, recycling and environmental services, while prioritizing the safety of our employees, customers and communities. We cater to a diverse range of industrial, medical and commercial/residential customers.

Founded in 1998, IWS has grown over the years through acquisitions, many of which were family-owned businesses that remain a part of our team today. We’re proud to combine the resources of a large company with the values and care of a family-run business.

Essential Job Summary

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the loading, pushing, and transferring of solid waste material in our transfer station. The ideal candidate will have the ability to completely maintain this transfer station in an efficient and professional manner. They will possess both a team work mentality as well as self-motivating traits.

Essential Job Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

• Operate heavy duty equipment such as excavators and bucket loaders (yellow iron equipment), with various other small machinery
• Routinely set up and inspect equipment prior to operation
• Have knowledge of machine capabilities and limitations
• Observe hand signals, grade stakes, or other markings when operating machines to perform work duties in compliance of safety specifications
• Receive written and oral instruction regarding material movement
• Move materials over short distances, around facility
• Maintain an efficient flow by loading transfer trailers to target load weight and reduce traffic congestion
• Create and maintain inclines or ramps
• Repair machinery and replace parts as needed

Work Environment

• Daily exposure to physical environment including odors, loud noises, weather elements, etc.

Requirements And Qualifications

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• High school/GED education completed; higher education is a plus.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as Equipment Operator required.
• Experience from the sanitation industry is strongly preferred.
• Fluency in English required, Spanish bilingual is a plus.

Additional Information

This job description is intended to be an accurate representation of the general functions of the job, rather than exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or experience. Other duties may be assigned, requested, or required. Aspects of the job may be altered without notice.

Interstate Waste Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salary Range Minimum

USD $27.90/Hr.

Salary Range Maximum

USD $27.90/Hr.