Heavy Equipment Operator - Waste & Recycling Site

winwastejobs; Town of Somers (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry benefits

Medical plans

PTO program

Floating holidays

401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Loan reimbursement

Dependent scholarships

Parental leave

Inclusive culture

Engagement events

ERGs program

Job summary

WIN Waste Innovations is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate our equipment at a recycling facility, landfill or transfer station. You will perform pre- and post-operation inspections and operate machines like forklift, excavator, bulldozer, and front-end loader in a safety‑minded environment.

You will monitor waste quality, maintain equipment readiness, complete required reports, and contribute to keeping the shop clean and organized while collaborating with a team of dedicated

Qualifications

• Two years of related experience in heavy equipment operation.
• Good time management skills to ensure tasks are completed safely.
• Ability to adhere to company policies and safety standards.
• Demonstrates pride in work and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-operation inspections of equipment.
• Safely operate equipment including forklift, excavator, bulldozer and front-end loader.
• Monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable materials.
• Perform minor maintenance and document issues; refer major repairs.
• Complete Equipment Condition Reports and safety reports as required.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Keep shop clean and organized at shift end.
• Maintain positive interactions with customers, vendors, coworkers and management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Time management

Safety consciousness

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Tools

Forklift

Excavator

Bulldozer

Front-end Loader

Job description

WIN Waste Innovations is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate our equipment at a recycling facility, landfill or transfer station. You will perform pre- and post-operation inspections and operate machines like forklift, excavator, bulldozer, and front-end loader in a safety‑minded environment.

You will monitor waste quality, maintain equipment readiness, complete required reports, and contribute to keeping the shop clean and organized while collaborating with a team of dedicated