Heavy Equipment Operator

Coastal Waste & Recycling Inc.; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits (Health) and Dental &

Vision benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Employee Referral Program

Career Growth & Equipment Training

Equipment variety access

Job summary

Coastal Waste & Recycling Inc. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate loaders, excavators, skid steers, forklifts, and other equipment across our transfer stations, recycling facilities, landfills, and related sites.

You will perform inspections, maintain a safe work environment, and collaborate with teammates to optimize productivity while complying with OSHA and environmental standards. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience operating heavy equipment in waste/recycling or similar environments.
• Experience operating loaders, excavators, skid steers, forklifts, or similar equipment.
• Strong safety mindset with daily inspections.
• Ability to communicate effectively with teammates and leadership.
• Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Creole is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy equipment such as loaders, excavators, skid steers, forklifts, and material handlers.
• Move, load, transport, and organize waste and recyclables to maximize operational efficiency.
• Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspections for safe operation.
• Identify equipment concerns and report maintenance needs promptly.
• Coordinate with teammates and supervisors for safe equipment movement across the facility.
• Maintain equipment inspection reports and keep work areas clean and safe.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Independent work

Bilingual English/Spanish

Job description

About Coastal Waste & RecyclingAt Coastal Waste & Recycling, we're building more than a company, we're building a team. As one of the fastest-growing privately held waste and recycling companies in the Southeast, we're looking for people who take pride in their work, put safety first, and are ready to grow with us.Operate Heavy Equipment. Build Safer Operations.Do you enjoy operating heavy equipment in a fast-paced environment where safety, teamwork, and efficiency matter? As a Heavy Equipment Operator at Coastal Waste & Recycling, you'll play a critical role in keeping our post-collection operations running safely and efficiently while helping protect the environment and serve our communities.At Coastal, our Heavy Equipment Operators do more than move material—they help keep our facilities operating safely, maintain equipment, and support the teams that keep our business moving.Your RoleAs a Heavy Equipment Operator, you'll safely operate yellow iron heavy equipment to move, load, sort, and transport materials throughout our transfer stations, recycling facilities, landfills, and other post-collection operations. You'll perform equipment inspections, maintain a safe work environment, and partner with your teammates to maximize productivity while ensuring compliance with all safety and environmental standards.What You'll DoSafely operate heavy equipment such as loaders, excavators, skid steers, forklifts, material handlers, compactors, and other equipment as assigned.Move, load, transport, and organize waste and recyclable materials while maximizing operational efficiency.Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspections to ensure equipment is operating safely and efficiently.Identify equipment concerns and communicate maintenance needs promptly.Perform basic preventive maintenance and routine equipment care.Follow traffic patterns, operational procedures, and site-specific work instructions.Work closely with teammates, spotters, and supervisors to safely coordinate equipment movement throughout the facility.Maintain accurate equipment inspection reports and other required documentation.Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of safety hazards.Assist with general site operations and other duties as needed to support business needs.Reinforce company safety policies while maintaining compliance with OSHA, environmental regulations, and company standards.At Coastal, we win as a team. Our Heavy Equipment Operators work safely, communicate effectively, support one another, and do whatever is necessary to keep our operations running efficiently.What You'll BringOne (1) or more years of experience operating heavy equipment in waste and recycling, construction, mining, aggregates, utilities, landscaping, agriculture, or another industrial environment.Experience operating loaders, excavators, skid steers, forklifts, or similar heavy equipment.Strong understanding of equipment safety, preventive maintenance, and daily inspections.Commitment to safety, teamwork, and operational excellence.Ability to work independently while communicating effectively with teammates and leadership.Strong work ethic with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced operational environment.Waste industry experience, bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Creole), and experience operating multiple types of heavy equipment are a plus.Why You'll Love Working HereCompetitive PayComprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits401(k) with Company MatchPaid Time Off & HolidaysEmployee Referral ProgramCareer Growth & Equipment Training OpportunitiesOpportunity to operate a variety of heavy equipmentCollaborative team environment where safety comes firstOpportunity to build your career with one of the fastest-growing environmental services companies in the SoutheastIf you're someone who takes pride in operating equipment safely, enjoys working outdoors, and wants to make a meaningful impact every day, we'd love to have you join the Coastal Waste & Recycling team.Coastal Waste & Recycling is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.