Heavy Equipment Operator — Transfer Station Pro

Interstate Waste Services; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Interstate Waste Services is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator in Newark, NJ. The role involves loading, pushing, and transferring solid waste at our transfer station, with a focus on maintaining efficient operations and a team-oriented mindset.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of Equipment Operator experience, fluency in English, and a preference for experience in the sanitation industry. Spanish bilingual skills are a plus, with a daily on-site work environment.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age 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 required.
• Experience from the sanitation industry is 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.

Skills

Fluency in English

Spanish bilingual

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Interstate Waste Services is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator in Newark, NJ. The role involves loading, pushing, and transferring solid waste at our transfer station, with a focus on maintaining efficient operations and a team-oriented mindset.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of Equipment Operator experience, fluency in English, and a preference for experience in the sanitation industry. Spanish bilingual skills are a plus, with a daily on-site work environment.