Heavy Equipment Operator (Plant Barry)

Trans Ash Inc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Weekly 32-Hour Program

Long-term project stability

Fuel cost assistance

Vacation accrual from day one

Paid sick days

Health insurance options

Short-term disability (company paid)

401(k) with company match

Dental and vision insurance options

Boot allowance (annual)

Safety glasses reimbursement

Identity theft protection option

Annual company store allowance

Job summary

Trans Ash Inc. is hiring for a full-time heavy equipment operator in Kentucky. The role involves operating heavy equipment to move dirt and fly ash and supporting daily plant operations to maintain environmental safety standards.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a long-term project with stability. Weekly pay and a 32-hour program are featured, along with a strong emphasis on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of heavy equipment operating experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass a drug test, MVR check, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to load or place dirt, ash, or other materials.
• Perform routine inspection on assigned equipment before operation.
• Utilize GPS-enabled heavy equipment systems to ensure accurate placement, grading, and material tracking.
• Support daily operations as directed by the superintendent.
• Perform all duties in conformance to safety standards.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

Founded in 1960 by Rudy Gerbus and his brother, Gerbus Bros Construction began as a mass earth‑moving company. In the 1970s, our growing expertise led us to partner with local power plants to address the environmental challenges of fly ash management, work that ultimately evolved intoTrans Ash.

Today, Trans Ash provides innovative, environmentally responsible solutions for handling and storing fly ash. We build lined landfills, support daily plant operations, and help our energy partners maintain the highest standards of environmental safety.

Why Join Us

This full‑time role is part of a long‑term project with strong stability and growth opportunities. You’ll join a team that valuesreliability, accountability, safety, and honesty, and you’ll play a direct role in protecting the environment and supporting local communities.

Pay & Benefits

• $22.00–$36.00/hour, based on experience
• Weekly pay
• Weekly 32‑Hour Program
• Long‑term project stability
• Fuel cost assistance
• Vacation accrual starting day one
• Paid sick days
• Comprehensive health insurance options
• Company‑paid short‑term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Dental and vision insurance options
• Annual boot allowance (up to $200)
• Prescription safety glasses reimbursement (up to $400)
• Identity theft protection option
• $100 annual company store allowance

Essential Functions

• Operate heavy equipment to load or place dirt, ash, or other materials
• Perform routine inspection on assigned equipment before operation
• Utilize GPS-enabled heavy equipment systems to ensure accurate placement, grading, and material tracking
• Support daily operations as directed by the superintendent
• Perform all duties in conformance to safety standards

Required Skills and QualificationsExperience

• 3+ years of heavy equipment operating experience

Certifications

• Heavy equipment certifications are a plus

Requirements

• Ability to climb into and operate heavy equipment
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to walk slopes and uneven terrain
• Valid driver’s license
• At least 18 years of age
• Ability to pass a drug test, MVR check, and background check
• Comfortable working in a construction environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Trans Ash is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities or based on religious beliefs. For accommodation inquiries or assistance with the application process, [e-mail].

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

Trans Ash, Inc. will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint to charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)BAR-H