Senior Equipment Operator - Lead Equipment Operator

Maryland Environmental Service; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K retirement savings with agency

Paid vacation, personal and sick leave

Eleven paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Maryland Environmental Service has an opening for a Senior or Lead Equipment Operator at our Oaks Landfill in Derwood, MD. The role focuses on operating heavy equipment and providing commercial driving services for MES clients at field sites.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 3–5 years of heavy equipment experience, a valid Class A CDL with tanker endorsement, and the ability to work independently. MES offers competitive benefits and a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED plus 3–5 years operating heavy equipment.
• Must demonstrate proficiency with at least two types of heavy equipment.
• Valid Class A CDL with tanker endorsement required; willingness to operate walking floor trailers is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate wheel loaders, excavators and forklifts at project sites.
• Provide commercial driving services for MES clients at various field locations.
• Perform pre-use inspections and basic maintenance checks on multiple equipment types.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Class A CDL

Tanker endorsement

Walk floor trailer

Maintenance checks

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

## Senior Equipment Operator - Lead Equipment OperatorApply: Oaks Landfill: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R02720**Current MES Employees who are interested in applying for this position must visit the Internal MES Careers Page by going to their Workday Dashboard, clicking on the Career icon and selecting Find Jobs.**This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading team that provides environmental solutions to the public and private sectors throughout the State of Maryland.**Job Description:**Maryland Environmental Service has an opening for a Senior or Lead Equipment Operator at our Montgomery County Oaks Landfill located in Derwood, MD. This position provides mainly commercial driving services for MES clients at various field locations. Responsibilities also include operating heavy equipment such as wheel loaders, excavators, and forklifts.**Estimated Pay Range:**Senior Equipment Operator: $52,743.60 - $72,530.64 Lead Equipment Operator: $58,028.88 - $79,781.52**Benefits:*** Health Insurance with choice of medical plan and prescription, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance options, along with flexible spending accounts* 401K retirement savings program with generous agency match* Paid vacation, personal and sick leave* Eleven paid holidays per year* Tuition assistance**Minimum Requirements:**Graduation from a standard high school or GED, plus 3-5 years of experience operating heavy equipment. Commercial driving experience and experience operating walking floor trailers is strongly preferred. Must demonstrate proficiency with at least two types of heavy equipment. Must demonstrate working knowledge of the essential maintenance checks on multiple types of equipment including accessing compartments, hydraulic fluid levels, engine oil, coolant, grease points, etc. Must demonstrate the ability to work independently to execute job tasks. Must have a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tanker endorsement. This position will be open until filled.Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successfully completing required pre-employment screens, to include full background check, drug & alcohol screening, and position appropriate physical.Maryland Environmental Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. MES does not participate in programs that require sponsorship for work visas.