Heavy Equipment Operator

Wheelabrator Technologies Inc; Town of Somers (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Floating holidays

401k match

College loan reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

WIN Waste Innovations is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely run heavy machines at a recycling facility, landfill, or transfer station. The role includes inspections, safe operation of equipment, and adherence to safety policies while handling waste and soil logistics.

Two years of related experience are required, along with strong time management and reliability. Benefits include medical plans, 401k match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Strong safety mindset and adherence to policies.
• Good time management and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-operation inspections and ensure equipment is clean and functional.
• Safely operate equipment such as forklift, excavator, bulldozer, and front-end loader according to standards.
• Monitor waste streams and equipment condition to minimize downtime and ensure readiness for use.
• Document equipment service needs and report repairs as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized shop and support safe, efficient operations.
• Foster a positive work environment with colleagues, vendors, and management.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety conscious

Time management

Job description

WIN Waste Innovations is looking for a Heavy Equipment Operator. The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe operation of heavy equipment at a recycling facility, 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.
• Maintain positive work environment by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, vendors, co-workers and management.

Qualifications

• Two years prior related experience in heavy equipment operation.
• 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.

What You'll Enjoy

• Industry leading benefits
• Multiple and flexible medical plans
• Floating Holidays
• Strong 401k program and company match
• College loan reimbursement
• Parental Leave Program
• Inclusive culture
• Employee engagement events
• Employee resource groups

WIN Waste Innovations is a waste management company committed to delivering essential waste management solutions to customers and communities supported by our team of 2,300 employees. We believe in preserving our environment for future generations while providing for today's needs. WIN Waste Innovations is a vertically integrated business with a platform of 50 strategically located collection, transfer, and disposal assets. These include waste-to-energy facilities, transfer stations, ash monofills, landfills, and fleets of rail cars and collection vehicles. We process more than 11 million tons of waste annually, converting 6.7 million tons of waste into clean, renewable energy that powers 340,000 homes. We recycle more than 234,000 tons of plastic, paper, and metals from the waste stream.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Company match on 401K
• Paid Vacation
• Holidays
• Personal Days

Please note that benefits may vary by site.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.

Pay Range

$25/Hr-$30/Hr