Heavy Equipment Operator: Path to Lead Roles (Safety)

Casella Waste Systems, Inc; Vermont; On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

Maternity & Parental Leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

Discounted Stock Program

401K

Employee Awards

Employee Assistance Plan

Wellness Incentive

Tuition Assistance

Career Pathways

More

Job summary

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator at our Vermont transfer station. The role focuses on safe operation of yellow iron equipment to transfer and load materials efficiently and safely.

Responsibilities include facility access control, directing trucks, maintaining cleanliness, and adhering to safety protocols. Candidates should have 2+ years of heavy equipment experience and a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Two years of prior heavy equipment operation experience preferred.
• Able to perform duties in various weather conditions.
• Strong safety awareness and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Opens and closes the facility as scheduled.
• Directs trucks to unloading areas safely.
• Maintains cleanliness of public areas at the transfer station.
• Ensures safe use of equipment and performs safety checks.
• Adheres to company safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years heavy equipment experience preferred

Job description

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator at our Vermont transfer station. The role focuses on safe operation of yellow iron equipment to transfer and load materials efficiently and safely.

Responsibilities include facility access control, directing trucks, maintaining cleanliness, and adhering to safety protocols. Candidates should have 2+ years of heavy equipment experience and a high school diploma or GED.