Outdoor Transfer Station Operator — Heavy Equipment

Morrow; Heppner (OR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Morrow is seeking a Transfer Station Attendant to support environmentally responsible waste management operations. You will operate loaders, forklifts, and excavators to move recyclable and solid waste, ensuring safety and efficiency at the transfer station.

This outdoor role involves handling varied materials, performing equipment inspections, and assisting with landfill tasks while maintaining compliance with environmental regulations and company policies.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of solid waste management practices and disposal.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including heavy lifting outdoors.
• Certified forklift or heavy equipment operation is a plus but not required; training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Operate material handling equipment (loaders, forklifts, front loader trucks, roll-off trucks, excavators) to load and transport recyclable and solid waste materials.
• Manage recyclable materials handling in line with environmental compliance standards and hazardous materials regulations.
• Perform routine inspections of equipment and conduct basic maintenance as needed.
• Assist with landfill management activities including waste sorting and sanitation to maintain cleanliness of the transfer station area.
• Follow safety regulations using PPE, adhere to protocols, and report hazards promptly.
• Support outdoor work activities such as garbage truck operations, heavy lifting, cleanliness, and yard maintenance.
• Document operational activities through logs and reports to ensure compliance with environmental standards and company policies.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Outdoor work

Physical stamina

Documentation & reporting

Tools

Forklift

Loader

Excavator

Roll-off truck

Job description

Morrow is seeking a Transfer Station Attendant to support environmentally responsible waste management operations. You will operate loaders, forklifts, and excavators to move recyclable and solid waste, ensuring safety and efficiency at the transfer station.

This outdoor role involves handling varied materials, performing equipment inspections, and assisting with landfill tasks while maintaining compliance with environmental regulations and company policies.