Lead Process Equipment Operator

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

## Lead Process Equipment OperatorApply: Running Springs: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR106276**Summary**The Process Equipment Operator—Lead reports directly to the Operation Supervisor and is responsible for the management and leadership of the Process heavy equipment operations in American Organics. The Lead Process Equipment Operator assists in overseeing the daily operation to ensure the highest standard of safety and operations are followed. The Lead Process Equipment Operator processes green waste and other organic materials using loaders and loader equipment throughout the day to produce high-quality compost and mulch.**Job Description*** 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.* Perform any other duties assigned by Landfill supervisor.* Reports any unsafe situations to direct supervisor.* Ability to work overtime as needed.* Other duties as assigned.**Required Qualifications:*** Must have five (5) years’ experience working in a MSW landfill.* The ability to handle the day-to-day operations of the landfill and able to manage site when supervisor is offsite.* Provide outstanding customer service to the public, county inspectors, and staff.* 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.* Understand and interpret site plans.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Five (5) years’ experience as a Lead Heavy Equipment Operator in a MSW landfill.* Bilingual – English/Spanish.* Obtain 40 hours of Haz Wopper training, First Aid, and CPR within six (6) months of employment**Physical/Environmental Demands:**Physical:* Standing, walking, sitting, seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously.* Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, concentration, & interpersonal abilities continuously.* Eye/hand coordination, handling, & wrist motion continuously. Environmental:* Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet/hot conditions, & noise continuously.* Works outside only. Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday 7am-5pmSalary: $29.75 - $31.70 hourly## **Benefits:*** Competitive wages* Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision* 401K* Life Insurance* Paid Vacation and Sick Time* Career plan* Recognition programs* Professional development learning* An exceptional work environment