Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator - Transfer Station

Interstate-Waste-Services; Amsterdam (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Interstate Waste Services in Ohio operates heavy machinery at transfer stations and maintains a safe, efficient material flow. The role emphasizes teamwork and self-motivation to ensure smooth handling of solid waste operations.

Applicants should have at least 2 years as an Equipment Operator, with English fluency; Spanish is a plus. The position is located in Ohio with full-time hours, and prior sanitation industry experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school/GED education completed; higher education is a plus.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as Equipment Operator.
• Experience from the sanitation industry is strongly preferred.
• Fluency in English required, Spanish bilingual is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy duty equipment such as excavators and bucket loaders (yellow iron equipment), with various other small machinery
• Routinely set up and inspect equipment prior to operation
• Have knowledge of machine capabilities and limitations
• Observe hand signals, grade stakes, or other markings when operating machines to perform work duties in compliance of safety specifications
• Receive written and oral instruction regarding material movement
• Move materials over short distances, around facility
• Maintain an efficient flow by loading transfer trailers to target load weight and reduce traffic congestion
• Create and maintain inclines or ramps
• Repair machinery and replace parts as needed

Skills

Fluency in English

Education

High school/GED

Job description

Interstate Waste Services in Ohio operates heavy machinery at transfer stations and maintains a safe, efficient material flow. The role emphasizes teamwork and self-motivation to ensure smooth handling of solid waste operations.

Applicants should have at least 2 years as an Equipment Operator, with English fluency; Spanish is a plus. The position is located in Ohio with full-time hours, and prior sanitation industry experience is preferred.