Small Equipment Operator

Rumpke of Ohio, Inc.

Louisville (KY)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 28,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Rumpke Waste and Recycling in Louisville, KY is looking for a Small Equipment Operator to handle paper balers, bobcats, and forklifts, with a focus on safe, efficient material handling in challenging urban environments. This role requires standing up to outdoor conditions, performing pre/post-trip checks, and maintaining equipment; hours may include nights and weekends, with competitive pay and benefits.

Applicants must read and speak English and have a valid driver’s license; HS or GED

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED preferred.
Must be able to read and speak English.
Ability to operate forklift and Bobcat after certification.
Previous equipment operation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate equipment including paper balers, bobcats, and forklifts.
Load/unload materials into trailers/railcars.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
Maintain and clean equipment.
Interact professionally with customers.
Follow safety regulations and company policies.
Complete required forms and logs.
Work nights and weekends as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

English literacy

Safe driving practices

Equipment operation awareness

Education

High School (preferred)

General Education Diploma (preferred)

Tools

Forklift

Bobcat

Job 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.

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
Frequently lifting/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 work flexible 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

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish an employment contract and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

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.

Qualifications

Education