Heavy Equipment Operator — Grow with a Safety‑First Team

Coastal Waste & Recycling Inc.; Fort Myers (FL); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Coastal Waste & Recycling Inc. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator in Fort Myers, FL. You will safely operate loaders, excavators, skid steers, forklifts, and related equipment across transfer stations, recycling facilities, and landfills.

You’ll perform inspections, maintain safety standards, and collaborate with teammates to optimize efficiency while supporting environmental and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience operating heavy equipment in industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of equipment safety and daily inspections.
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Safely 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 and supervisors to coordinate equipment movement safely.
• Maintain equipment inspection reports and required documentation.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of safety hazards.
• Assist with general site operations and other duties as needed.
• Reinforce company safety policies while maintaining compliance with OSHA and environmental regulations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Equipment inspection

Preventive maintenance

Load and transport

OSHA awareness

Tools

Loader

Excavator

Skid steer

Forklift

Job description

Coastal Waste & Recycling Inc. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator in Fort Myers, FL. You will safely operate loaders, excavators, skid steers, forklifts, and related equipment across transfer stations, recycling facilities, and landfills.

You’ll perform inspections, maintain safety standards, and collaborate with teammates to optimize efficiency while supporting environmental and regulatory compliance.