Heavy Equipment Operator

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

Job summary

Amwaste is seeking an Operator – Heavy Equipment in Talking Rock, Georgia, responsible for the safe operation of heavy equipment at a recycling center or landfill. Key responsibilities include performing inspections, operating various machinery, and monitoring waste for compliance.

The ideal candidate will possess good customer service and time-management skills, a high school diploma or GED, and preferably two years of heavy equipment operation experience. This is a full-time position with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Two years of verifiable prior related experience in heavy equipment operation preferred.
• Experience working at sites regulated by OSHA or a state environmental agency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-operation inspections of equipment.
• Safely operate equipment like forklift, excavator, and bulldozer.
• Monitor waste for unacceptable materials.
• Document minor service on equipment and report repairs.

Skills

Customer service skills

Time-management skills

Follow-through ability

Education

High School diploma or GED

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 inspection of the equipment in accordance with company policy to ensure maintenance and safety.
• Safely and efficiently operate equipment including forklift, excavator, bulldozer, rock truck, front‑end loader and others, following proper safety standards.
• Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste in materials.
• Continuously monitor equipment condition to keep it operationally ready and minimize downtime; clean tracks or wheels as needed.
• Perform and document minor service on equipment, referring more complicated mechanical issues to the maintenance shop for repair.
• Complete Equipment Condition Reports and other required reports; report necessary repairs to supervisor.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Good customer service skills, professional, courteous, and cooperative toward customers and co‑workers; honest and trustworthy.
• Good time‑management skills to ensure responsibilities are completed efficiently and safely.
• Good follow‑through ability; adheres to work schedule and follows through on challenges.
• Adherence to company policies and rules, promotion of safety standards, and avoidance of inappropriate risks.
• Maintains pride in work and strives to achieve goals.

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Two years of verifiable prior related experience in heavy equipment operation preferred.
• Experience working at sites regulated by OSHA or a state environmental agency preferred.

Job Type

Full‑time