Landfill Tipper Operator

Disposal & Recycling, Inc.; Eagle Point, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Growth opportunities

Benefits package

401K with company match

Life insurance

Job summary

Rogue Waste Systems — Dry Creek Landfill in Eagle Point, OR is hiring for an entry-level role supporting facility operations. The position involves debris cleanup, traffic management, and operating landfill tipper and small equipment.

Candidates must pass background checks and meet safety requirements. The job requires a valid driver's license with a clean record, legible handwriting, and ability to follow oral and written instructions in English.

Qualifications

• Legible handwriting and basic communications skills.
• Ability to carry out oral and written instructions and read equipment manuals in English.

Responsibilities

• Facility maintenance including debris and clean up.
• Traffic management.
• Operate landfill tipper and other small equipment as needed.
• Learn the operations of Landfill and assist with daily tasks.
• Work in compliance with all landfill permits.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading manuals

Smartphone/tablet use

Job description

Rogue Waste Systems — Dry Creek Landfill

Location: 6260 Dry Creek Rd., Eagle Point, OR

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Work Schedule: Landfill operating hours are Monday - Saturday. 6:30 AM. - 6:00 P.M. Shifts are 8-10hrs/day depending upon service demand. Additional work on other days may be required as needed.

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Starting Pay: $24.00/hr

Probationary Period: 90 Days

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Growth opportunities- We pride ourselves on promoting from within
• We offer benefits that can be customized to meet your family's needs, including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental voluntary plans, wellness programs, and online discounts.
• 401K retirement with company match.
• Company Paid Life Insurance

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Must pass Criminal Background Check, Drug Screening, and Motor Vehicle Report (Clean driving record) to be eligible for employment.

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POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facility maintenance including debris and clean up
• Traffic management.
• Operate landfill tipper & other small equipment as needed.
• Various utility tasks as needed
• Perform general office maintenance and repairs including painting and janitorial work.
• Learning the operations of Landfill
• Specific duties can change on the daily basis as operation needs change
• Work in compliance with all Landfill required permits.

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POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• A valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Legible handwriting and basic communications skills. Ability to carry out oral and written instructions and read equipment instruction manuals in English.
• Comfortable using smart phone and tablet technology to record daily activities and communicate with team.
• At least 2 years of work experience. Preferably in a labor type position.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures. Ability to work safely alone and with others.
• Works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness. Demonstrates good decision-making skills.
• Developing time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner.
• Ability to work at a fast pace, responding to multiple tasks at the same time.
• The ability to continually lift up to 50 lbs. repeatedly throughout an 8-10 hr. shift.
• Experience operating equipment or mechanical ability is a plus

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WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Work involves constant exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, toxic chemicals, bio hazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or loud noises
• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Ability to safely climb on and off of heavy equipment in order to operate, clean and inspect.
• Complete and pass random drug and alcohol tests in accord with DOT and company standards.

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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Candidates for employment must meet position requirements, pass pre-employment examinations including:

• Clean MVR (Driving Record.)
• DOT drug screen