Heavy Equipment Operator

Synagro; Virginia Beach (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 and promotional机会

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Synagro in Virginia Beach is seeking a dedicated Heavy Equipment Operator to support diverse projects across sites, operating a front end loader, belt press, excavator, TerraGator and other listed equipment safely and efficiently.

You will perform daily inspections, routine maintenance, and travel as needed; a minimum of 2 years of field experience is preferred, with a valid driver's license and a High School Diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with valid driver's license.
• Experience operating heavy/agricultural equipment preferred.
• Ability to perform basic math and read instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment in a safe manner at all times.
• Travel between job sites; overnight travel may be required.
• Conduct daily inspections and perform preventative maintenance.
• Perform shop cleanup, maintenance, and equipment setup.
• Maintain operation records.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic math

Maintenance troubleshooting

Travel ability

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to follow directions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Drivers' License

Agricultural and timber equipment experience preferred

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?

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.

Licenses & Certifications

State Drivers License (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer

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