Heavy Equipment Operator

Synagro; Tappahannock (VA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days PTO

10 Holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days)

HSA with company match

FSA

401(k) with company match

Career growth opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Synagro in Virginia is seeking a qualified heavy equipment operator to perform project work with various heavy/agricultural equipment, including a front end loader, belt press, centrifuge, and TerraGator.

You will travel between job sites and plants, conduct daily inspections, perform basic maintenance, and maintain operation records. A High School Diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license are required; 2 years of project work experience and ag/equipment familiarity are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Valid Driver's License is required.
• Agricultural and timber equipment experience preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of project work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment in a safe manner at all times.
• Travel from job site to job site or plant to job site; overnight travel may be involved.
• Conduct daily inspections and perform preventative maintenance on the equipment.
• Perform shop cleanup, maintenance, and equipment/tools setup.
• Maintain operation records.

Skills

Safe operation of heavy equipment

Communication

Basic math

Travel readiness

Smartphone use

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Synagro partners with stakeholders to clean our water, protect our environment and serve our communities by generating worth from what others consider waste. We work to protect the health of our water, our Earth and those who depend on them now and in the future. What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work?

Here are some highlights of what Synagro has to offer:

• 15 days paid time off
• 10 Holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire)
• Health Saving Account (HSA) with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with company match (fully vested upon hire)
• Career growth and promotional opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement

JOB SUMMARY

Performs various project work which requires safely operating vehicles and a variety of heavy/agricultural equipment that may include, but not limited to; front end loader, belt press, centrifuge, dredger, spreader box, excavator, TerraGator. Qualified/effiecient yellow iron operator.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate equipment in a safe manner at all times
• Travel from job site to job site or plant to job site. May involve overnight travel
• Conduct daily inspections and perform preventative maintenance on the equipment
• Perform shop clean up, maintenance, and equipment/tools setup
• Maintain operation records

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Efficient in equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs
• Communication skills – verbal and written
• Ability to operate heavy or agricultural equipment in a safe manner
• Ability to perform basic math
• Efficiently operate and use smart phone
• Mechanical aptitude is a plus
• Ability to follow directions
• Ability to travel

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Valid Drivers’ License
• Agricultural and timber equipment experience preferred
• Minimum 2 years of project work experience preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Sitting, Climbing, Balancing, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Feeling, Lifting up to 50 lbs., Talking, Hearing, and Seeing
• The worker is subject to confined spaces
• The worker is subject to both environmental conditions: Activities occur inside and out
• The worker is subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places
• This position requires travel and overtime

Salary Range: $18.00- $25.00 per hour (commensurate with experience)

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all essential job functions, knowledge, skills, abilities, efforts, and physical or working conditions associated with a position.