Lead Heavy Equipment Operator

Recology; North Plains (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health and wellness benefits

401(k) with match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Educational assistance

Job summary

Recology Oregon Compost Inc. in North Plains, Oregon seeks an Equipment Operator under minimal supervision to facilitate sorting, positioning, staging and loading waste and recyclable materials for safe transport and efficient removal from the site.

You will operate heavy equipment such as a loader, dozer, or excavator, perform pre- and post-shift safety inspections, and maintain a safe, clean work environment.

Qualifications

• Three years of related experience, including experience in the operation and maintenance of heavy equipment.
• Principles and practices of job site safety, potential job hazards, and state and local regulations.
• Basic Computer Aptitude.
• Principles and practices of job site safety, potential job hazards, and state and local regulations including applicable waste regulation.
• Basic computer programs.
• High school degree or GED, preferred.
• Valid driver's license.
• Commercial driver's license, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment, such as a loader, dozer, excavator or similar equipment.
• Performs daily routine safety and equipment operation checks including pre- and post-shift inspections on assigned equipment.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment.
• Reports issues to the appropriate authority and in a timely manner.
• Acts as a lead or resource for other Equipment Operators, answering questions and providing training.
• Supports other areas of the operation, as needed.
• Maintains good customer relations and interacts in a professional manner with customers.
• Suggests process improvements to enhance efficient removal from the site.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Commercial driver's license

Basic computer programs

Job description

Recology Oregon Compost Inc. in North Plains, Oregon seeks an Equipment Operator under minimal supervision to facilitate sorting, positioning, staging and loading waste and recyclable materials for safe transport and efficient removal from the site.

You will operate heavy equipment such as a loader, dozer, or excavator, perform pre- and post-shift safety inspections, and maintain a safe, clean work environment.