Heavy Equipment Operator - Field Waste & Recycling

GFL Industries; Ball Ground (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local impact

Safety gear & training

Certification opportunities

Job summary

GFL Environmental seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator to drive and manage large machines in a field-based role. You will perform safety-oriented operations, routine maintenance, and collaboration with office and field teams to meet site priorities.

Qualifications include prior heavy machinery experience, forklift certification, and the ability to obtain Transfer Station/Landfill Certifications. Excellent English communication and physical readiness are essential for success in varied weather

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy machinery in waste, construction, or industrial settings.
• Strong English communication (written and verbal).
• Basic math proficiency and ability to read equipment gauges.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment (excavators, front-loaders, balers, bobcats, bulldozers) to process, bale, and load waste materials.
• Perform daily inspections, fluid checks, and lubrication for peak performance.
• Conduct routine maintenance and clear debris to prevent downtime and preserve assets.
• Coordinate with office and field crews using two-way radios to meet site priorities.
• Step in for team members as needed to maintain smooth site operation.
• Attend safety and branch meetings and comply with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain facility grounds appearance to uphold company image.

Skills

Independent work

English communication

Math proficiency

Reading gauges

Education

Forklift Certification

Transfer Station/Landfill Certification

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

GFL Environmental seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator to drive and manage large machines in a field-based role. You will perform safety-oriented operations, routine maintenance, and collaboration with office and field teams to meet site priorities.

Qualifications include prior heavy machinery experience, forklift certification, and the ability to obtain Transfer Station/Landfill Certifications. Excellent English communication and physical readiness are essential for success in varied weather