Small Equipment Operator

Rumpke Waste & Recycling; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Rumpke Waste & Recycling in Akron, OH is seeking a Small Equipment Operator to operate paper balers, bobcats, and forklifts, and to load/unload materials for transport. This role requires safe driving, routine equipment maintenance, and interaction with customers and internal teams.

You will work 8pm-6am Sunday through Wednesday, and 7:00am-5:00pm Monday to Friday, with potential overtime and weekend shifts as needed. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Must pass a written and operational test to operate forklift and bobcat.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with internal and external customers.
• Able to read and speak English well enough to understand directions, safety training, and signs.

Responsibilities

• Perform safe driving practices while transporting, loading, and unloading materials.
• Safely stack baled material without endangering personnel or equipment.
• Organize and secure stored materials per policy.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections on equipment; complete forms.
• Perform routine maintenance such as lubrication, fueling, and cleaning of equipment.
• Weigh, tag, log, and prepare baled materials for transport.
• Interact professionally with customers and colleagues.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Maneuver equipment

Forklift/Bobcat certification

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

GED or better

High School diploma

Job description

Akron Campus
2330 Romig Rd
Akron, OH 44320, USA

Description

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you’ll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

Small Equipment Operators are responsible for operating equipment including, but not limited to, paper balers, bobcats, and forklifts to transport or bind paper or loose materials to facilitate handling as well as load or unload materials into trailers and/or railcars.

shifts - 8pm - 6am, starts Sunday night through Wednesday night (Thursday morning)

7:00am - 5:00pm M-F

Responsibilities of Position:

• Perform safe driving practices while transporting, loading, and unloading loose or baled materials and always operate equipment in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and Company policies
• Safely stack baled material in a manner that does not endanger personnel, equipment, or materials
• Organize and secure the stored materials in accordance with policy
• Conduct pre-trip/post-trip inspections on equipment and complete necessary forms
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment, (i.e., lubricating, fueling, and cleaning equipment)
• Monitor for signs of unacceptable material
• Weigh, tag, log, and prepare baled materials for transport
• Professionally interact with internal and external customers
• Clean waste from equipment body and wheels throughout the day
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility:

• This position will not manage employees

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

• Ability to maneuver equipment through tight areas with high equipment and pedestrian traffic
• Ability to pass a written and operational test to be certified to operate a forklift and bobcat
• Good verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers
• Must be able to read and speak the English language well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, directions, traffic signs, signals, and safety training

Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position:

• Previous experience operating equipment preferred

Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday:

• Continuously lifting/carrying a max of 10 lbs
• Frequentlylifting/carrying a max of 35 lbs
• Occasionally lifting/carrying a max of 50 lbs
• Rarely lifting/carrying a max of 100 lbs
• Occasionally pushing/pulling a max of 50 lbs
• Rarely pushing/pulling a max of 100 lbs
• Continuously working outside in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions
• Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter
• Continuously stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling
• Continuously climbing and/or balancing
• Continuously sitting/standing/walking

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

• Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste
• Ability to travel between offices, as required
• Ability to workflexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Valid driver’s license (if applicable)
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
• Must be able to read and speak the English language

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke’s policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Education

General Education Diploma or better.

High School or better.

Preferred