Heavy Equipment Operator - Rock Truck & Transfer Station

Interstate Waste Services, Inc.; North Olmsted (OH); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Interstate Waste Services is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to load, push, and transfer solid waste at our transfer station. The ideal candidate will maintain the station efficiently, work well in a team or independently, and meet safety specifications.

Responsibilities include operating excavators and bucket loaders, inspecting equipment, understanding machine capabilities, and ensuring smooth material movement to minimize congestion.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• High school/GED education completed; higher education is a plus.
• Minimum 2 years' experience as Equipment Operator.
• Experience in sanitation industry strongly preferred.
• Fluency in English required; Spanish bilingual is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy duty equipment such as excavators and bucket loaders (yellow iron equipment), with various other small machinery.
• Routinely set up and inspect equipment prior to operation.
• Have knowledge of machine capabilities and limitations.
• Observe hand signals, grade stakes, or other markings when operating machines to perform work duties in compliance of safety specifications.
• Receive written and oral instruction regarding material movement.
• Move materials over short distances, around facility.
• Maintain an efficient flow by loading transfer trailers to target load weight and reduce traffic congestion.
• Create and maintain inclines or ramps.
• Repair machinery and replace parts as needed.

Education

High school/GED education

Job description

Interstate Waste Services is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to load, push, and transfer solid waste at our transfer station. The ideal candidate will maintain the station efficiently, work well in a team or independently, and meet safety specifications.

Responsibilities include operating excavators and bucket loaders, inspecting equipment, understanding machine capabilities, and ensuring smooth material movement to minimize congestion.