Heavy Equipment Operator

winwastejobs; Town of Somers (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry benefits

Medical plans

PTO program

Floating holidays

401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Loan reimbursement

Dependent scholarships

Parental leave

Inclusive culture

Engagement events

ERGs program

Job summary

WIN Waste Innovations is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate our equipment at a recycling facility, landfill or transfer station. You will perform pre- and post-operation inspections and operate machines like forklift, excavator, bulldozer, and front-end loader in a safety‑minded environment.

You will monitor waste quality, maintain equipment readiness, complete required reports, and contribute to keeping the shop clean and organized while collaborating with a team of dedicated

Qualifications

• Two years of related experience in heavy equipment operation.
• Good time management skills to ensure tasks are completed safely.
• Ability to adhere to company policies and safety standards.
• Demonstrates pride in work and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-operation inspections of equipment.
• Safely operate equipment including forklift, excavator, bulldozer and front-end loader.
• Monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable materials.
• Perform minor maintenance and document issues; refer major repairs.
• Complete Equipment Condition Reports and safety reports as required.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Keep shop clean and organized at shift end.
• Maintain positive interactions with customers, vendors, coworkers and management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Time management

Safety consciousness

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Tools

Forklift

Excavator

Bulldozer

Front-end Loader

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
• Outstanding PTO program
• Floating Holidays
• Strong 401k program and company match
• Tuition reimbursement plan
• College loan reimbursement
• College scholarship program for dependents
• 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.

At WIN Waste Innovations, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. As well as Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.