Heavy Equipment Operator — Ash Site (Flexible Shifts)

Charah-Solutions,-Inc; Lena (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Charah Solutions, Inc. is seeking a heavy equipment operator to safely load and move ash, dirt and rock using forklifts, dozers, loaders and excavators.

The role requires coordinating with team signals, performing routine maintenance, and adhering to safety regulations in a hands-on environment. Based in the United States, the position involves flexible hours, potential overtime, and work in both interior and outdoor settings.

Qualifications

• Minimum one-year experience operating heavy equipment in a construction or similar environment.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in ash management, structural fills and landfills preferred.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and/or move various materials (ash, dirt, rock, etc.) using heavy construction equipment.
• Drive and maneuver equipment equipped with blades in passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation and rocks to distribute and level earth.
• Coordinate machine actions with crew signals for safe operation.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when maintenance is needed.
• Adjust controls of machines to exact positions as necessary.
• Learn, follow, and promote all safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Dozer

Front end loader

Excavator

Roller

Backhoe

Articulated dump truck

Job description

Charah Solutions, Inc. is seeking a heavy equipment operator to safely load and move ash, dirt and rock using forklifts, dozers, loaders and excavators.

The role requires coordinating with team signals, performing routine maintenance, and adhering to safety regulations in a hands-on environment. Based in the United States, the position involves flexible hours, potential overtime, and work in both interior and outdoor settings.