Landfill Heavy Equipment Operator — Safe, Efficient Waste Handling

Republic Services, Inc.; Euless (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision

Short- and long-term disability

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discounts

Retirement plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Republic Services, Inc. is seeking an Operator – Heavy Equipment to safely operate and maintain heavy machinery at a recycling center, landfill or transfer station. You will perform inspections, handle equipment like forklifts and bulldozers, and ensure safety standards are followed.

Responsibilities include monitoring waste, completing reports, and coordinating with maintenance for repairs, while keeping the yard clean and compliant with company policies.

Qualifications

• Two years of prior related experience in heavy equipment operation.
• One year of prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-operation inspection of the equipment in accordance with Company policy to ensure windows, lights, mirrors and rear view camera are clean.
• Safely and efficiently operate equipment that may include: forklift, excavator, bulldozer, front-end loader and other equipment using proper safety standards.
• Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste in materials.
• Continuously monitor the condition of the equipment to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time; clean tracks or wheels on equipment, as needed.
• Perform and document minor service on equipment, referring more complicated mechanical issues to Maintenance Shop for repair.
• Complete Equipment Condition Report and other reports, as necessary; report any necessary repairs to supervisor, as needed.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure that shop is clean, serviced and stored at the completion of each shift.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety standards

Customer service

Time management

Professional conduct

Job description

Republic Services, Inc. is seeking an Operator – Heavy Equipment to safely operate and maintain heavy machinery at a recycling center, landfill or transfer station. You will perform inspections, handle equipment like forklifts and bulldozers, and ensure safety standards are followed.

Responsibilities include monitoring waste, completing reports, and coordinating with maintenance for repairs, while keeping the yard clean and compliant with company policies.