Heavy Equipment Operator (Range I-IV) - Jal, NM

Waterbridge; Jal (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Drug

401(k) with company match

Company-paid life and disability

Job summary

Desert Environmental, an affiliate of WaterBridge Operating, seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator to move waste at our Jal, NM facility. You will operate dozers, excavators, loaders and dump trucks, conduct pre-shift safety checks, and help with preventive maintenance.

This full-time role follows a 14/7 rotation with 12-hour shifts. You must live within 30 miles of Jal and have a high school diploma or GED plus a valid driver's license and 6+ months' related experience.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• A valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record is required.
• A minimum of 6 months years of related experience is required. 1 year experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of heavy equipment used in a landfill.
• Perform pre-shift safety inspections on the vehicle systems, equipment, and accessories.
• Perform routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refer defects or needed repairs to the supervisor.
• Maintain good housekeeping of equipment.
• Assist in maintenance and repairs if needed.
• Assist with the operation of other equipment as needed.
• Conduct all business activities in accordance with health and safety policies and legal compliance requirements and bringing problems to the attention of the supervisor, superintendent, and/or HSE.

Skills

Safety inspections

Teamwork

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Articulating Dump Truck

Motor Grader

Excavator

Loader

Dozer

Job description

Summary of Position:

This position will be with Desert Environmental, LLC, an affiliate of WaterBridge Operating, LLC.

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for moving waste throughout the facility for treatment and disposal by operating various equipment, such as dozers, excavators, loaders, and dump trucks.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

The following represents most of the position’s duties but is not meant to be all-inclusive or prevent other duties from being assigned when necessary. Employees are expected to comply with all regulatory, environmental, and safety rules and standards, as well as corporate policies.

As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for:

• Operating a variety of heavy equipment used in a landfill.
• Performing pre-shift safety inspections on the vehicle systems, equipment, and accessories.
• Performing routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and referring defects or needed repairs to the supervisor.
• Maintaining good housekeeping of equipment.
• Assisting in maintenance and repairs if needed.
• Assisting with the operation of other equipment as needed.
• Conducting all business activities in accordance with health and safety policies and legal compliance requirements and bringing problems to the attention of the supervisor, superintendent, and/or HSE.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• A valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record is required.
• A minimum of 6 months years of related experience is required. 1 year experience is preferred.
• Experience operating one or more of the following:
  • Articulating Dump Truck
  • Motor Grader
  • Excavator
  • Loader
  • Dozer
• Live in Jal, NM, or within a 30-mile radius from Jal, NM, required.

Working Conditions/Environment:

• Operates in a field environment.
  • May be subject to environments that are extreme in nature, such as heat, cold, etc.
  • The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to:
    • Standing, walking, or sitting for prolonged periods.
    • Walking on uneven and vegetated terrain; sampling activities such as hand auguring for soil sample collection.
    • Use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear.
    • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds and must be able to carry a self-contained breathing apparatus if needed. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type:

• This is a full-time position.
  • 14/7 (14 days on 7 days off) Rotational Schedule
  • 12-hour shifts

Position Location(s):

• Jal, NM

Benefits:

At Desert Environmental, our employee benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug Coverage
• Voluntary Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, & Child(ren)
• Employee Basic Life and AD&D Insurance – Company Paid
• Short Term & Long Term Disability – Company Paid
• 401(k) or Roth 401(k) Retirement Plan, plus a company match
• And many other benefits not listed here

About Us

At Desert Environmental, we believe that our people make the difference! We are committed to provide our employees with personal development and growth opportunities. We are backed by our strong core values and operational excellence to lead the evolution of energy waste management. Unlike other waste management providers, our facilities are designed to maximize sustainability and minimize the unnecessary byproducts of oil and gas operations – helping our customers operate responsibly and achieve their ESG goals.

Desert Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer

About Us

The WaterBridge group of companies is a fast-paced and growing organization. Our business lines include produced water handling and recycling, land management and environmental solutions. Our employees provide essential services to unlock sustainable American energy production every day, and we are continually seeking dedicated individuals who thrive on both creativity and challenge to be a part of our team. We pride ourselves for our strong commitment to our employees and for creating a workplace where employees feel genuinely valued and connected. Join our entrepreneurial and innovative team today!

WHO WE ARE

At WaterBridge, we believe that our people make the difference! We are committed to provide our employees with personal development and growth opportunities. We’ve been leading the emergence and evolution of the midstream water sector since 2015, backed by our strong core values and operational excellence. WaterBridge owns and operates permanent, integrated water infrastructure networks to address the long term produces water management requirements of E&P companies.

Our Mission:

To make WaterBridge the standard bearer for the water midstream industry.

Core Values:

SAFETY

• Safety is important. We demand a personal commitment at all levels within the organization. Everyone has the right and responsibility to speak up and stop any unsafe work being performed.

TEAMWORK + COLLABORATION

• We work with humility and courage to be a team player. We define success by contribution and not competition. We consider the impact we have on others before we act.

INTEGRITY + TRUST

• We honor our commitments. We demonstrate a propensity to trust and act in the very best interest of all. We do not tolerate dishonesty or intimidation.

AUTHENTIC COMMUNICATION

• We are honest and respectful. We genuinely listen to each other and encourage healthy debate. We do not spin the truth, have hidden agendas, or hide information.

ACCOUNTABILITY FOR RESULTS

• We hold ourselves accountable and take responsibility for results, regardless of outcome. We learn from our mistakes, encourage feedback, and increase our capabilities. We do not overpromise or underdeliver.

ENTREPRENEURIAL INNOVATION

• Everyone is a leader: we “think big” in everything we do and encourage new ideas. We strive for continuous improvement and encourage responsible risk taking. We do not play it safe due to complacency.

WaterBridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer.