Heavy Equipment Operator - Landfill

Waste Industries; Hazen (AR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate various equipment at landfill sites. The role includes operating heavy machinery, performing maintenance checks, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Join a team dedicated to providing sustainable waste solutions while enjoying benefits like paid time off, medical plans, and a 401(k) match.

Benefits

15 days of paid time off

Four medical plan options

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain Transfer Station/Landfill Operations Certification if needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to bale and load waste into trailers.
• Perform daily inspection and maintenance checks of equipment.
• Use two-way radio to communicate with co-workers.

Skills

Problem Solving

English

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Join to apply for the Heavy Equipment Operator - Landfill role at Waste Industries.

Safely operate and/or have the ability to operate various equipment including excavator, front loader, bulldozer, or other heavy equipment and/or steer equipment to bale, load and move waste material.

At GFL, our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life! Our employees are affectionately known as team green, uniting us under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE!

Benefits

• 15 days of paid time off.
• Four medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with an employer match.
• Paid holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.

Overview

GFL Environmental is one of North America's leading waste management companies, dedicated to making communities cleaner, safer, and happier through first-class service. Working for GFL offers opportunities to grow your career, make new friends, and make a difference daily.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to bale and load waste or other materials into trailers.
• Perform daily inspection and maintenance checks of equipment.
• Grease/lubricate equipment, check and add fluids daily.
• Steer, guide, and operate equipment at the assigned site using steering wheel, shifters, levers, buttons, and pedals.
• Substitute for absent operators as needed.
• Clean trash from tracks of heavy equipment regularly.
• Use two-way radio to communicate with co-workers regarding work activities and priorities.
• Conform to all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain the appearance of the grounds and facility.
• Attend safety and branch meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Completion of forklift certification.
• Ability to obtain Transfer Station/Landfill Operations Certification if needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
• Apply common sense to solve problems involving concrete variables.
• Perform basic math functions and understand equipment gauges.
• Proficient in English reading, speaking, and writing.
• Frequently lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds; occasionally up to 50 pounds.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Ability to stand, sit, walk, use hands, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, taste, and smell.
• Visual requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception.
• Frequently lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds; occasionally up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions

• Exposed to loud noise, humidity, weather, moving parts, vibration, chemicals, fumes, and airborne particles.
• Work environment is typically moderate to loud.
• Outdoor work in all weather conditions, sometimes in high places.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity employment and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For assistance, contact [e-mail].