Lead Heavy Equipment Operator — MSW/Compost Processing

Athens Services; Springs, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical benefits

401K

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Sick Time

Career plan

Recognition programs

Professional development

Work environment

Job summary

American Organics is seeking a Lead Process Equipment Operator to manage heavy equipment operations and ensure safety at the landfill site. The role reports to the Operation Supervisor and focuses on overseeing daily processes to produce high-quality compost and mulch.

Candidates should have 5 years of MSW landfill experience, a High School Diploma or GED, and strong communication skills. The position involves overtime and working in outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• Must have five (5) years’ experience working in a MSW landfill.
• High School Diploma and/or GED.
• Must be able to read and understand safety rules, operating manuals, and maintenance instructions pertaining to assigned vehicles.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the tipping table is clean and orderly to accept each day’s trash.
• Keep tipping table trash safely arranged to allow loader to remove recyclables.
• Inspect assigned equipment and prepare pre-trips and post-trips as required.
• Keep hazardous and otherwise prohibited wastes out of the transfer station and landfills.
• Keep tipping table clear of trash for customers to unload safely.
• Be aware of emergency contacts and procedures.
• Reports any unsafe situations to direct supervisor.

Job description

American Organics is seeking a Lead Process Equipment Operator to manage heavy equipment operations and ensure safety at the landfill site. The role reports to the Operation Supervisor and focuses on overseeing daily processes to produce high-quality compost and mulch.

Candidates should have 5 years of MSW landfill experience, a High School Diploma or GED, and strong communication skills. The position involves overtime and working in outdoor conditions.