Heavy Equipment Operator I

Republic Services; Robstown, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental and vision coverage

Retirement plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

PTO

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Republic Services is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator I in Robstown, TX. The role safely operates various light and heavy equipment within a hazardous waste treatment facility or landfill, supporting off-loading, stabilization, and post-treatment processing of waste materials.

Responsibilities include sampling post-treated materials, loading for disposal, and performing routine equipment maintenance. A valid HAZWOPER certification is required for many positions, with comprehensive benefits and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of light and heavy equipment operation.
• Ability to use hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of basic vehicle inspection and maintenance, including tire pressure and oil/water checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in off-loading trucks and unloading waste.
• Operate equipment to stabilize and handle waste.
• Process treatment of materials and containers.
• Sample post-treated materials for laboratory testing.
• Load post-treated materials for shipment to landfill or disposal.
• Perform general equipment preventative maintenance and housekeeping.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Vehicle inspection

Multitasking

Education

HAZWOPER 40-hour (8-hour refresher)

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Maintenance basics

Job description

## Heavy Equipment Operator IApply: Robstown, TX, USA: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R-185084**POSITION SUMMARY:** The Heavy Equipment Operator safely operates various light and heavy equipment in a hazardous waste treatment processing facility or landfill.**PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Assists in off-loading trucks and unloading waste.* Operates equipment to stabilize and handle waste.* Processes treatment of materials and containers.* Samples post-treated materials for testing by laboratory.* Loads cleared post-treatment materials for shipment to landfill or disposal.* Performs general preventative maintenance to equipment and general housekeeping.* Performs other related duties as assigned.**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:*** Knowledge of light and heavy equipment operation.* Ability to use hand and power tools applicable.* Knowledge of basic vehicle inspection and maintenance, including (but not limited to): check tire pressure, check oil and water levels.* Demonstrates, accuracy, thoroughness and attention to detail.* Must be able to prioritize, stay focused and handle multiple, diverse responsibilities.* A valid driver’s license may be required for some positions.**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:*** Currently hold a 40-hour HAZWOPER (with 8-hour refresher)or ability to pass course upon hire, only required for all Environmental Solutions lines of business.**Rewarding Compensation and Benefits**Eligible employees can elect to participate in: • Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage. • Health care and dependent care spending accounts. • Short- and long-term disability. • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance. • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP). • Employee discount programs. • Retirement plan with a generous company match. • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).• Paid Time Off (PTO)• Benefits: https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits*The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.*EEO STATEMENT:Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. For any concerns relating to Republic Services’ commitment to equal opportunity employment, you may contact the AWARE Line at 1-866-3-AWARE-4.