Small Equipment Operator - Balers, Forklifts & Bobcats

Rumpke of Ohio, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, vision insurance

Matching 401(k)

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is seeking a Small Equipment Operator in Columbus, OH. You will operate forklifts and bobcats to move baled materials, load trailers, and ensure safe handling of waste and recyclables.

The role requires attention to safety, ability to follow policies, and effective communication with customers and team members. Responsibilities include pre-trip inspections, routine equipment maintenance, and involvement in loading operations, with opportunities to travel between sites

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate forklift and bobcat
• Ability to read and speak English
• Maintain safety standards while loading/unloading
• Prior equipment experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform safe driving practices while transporting, loading, and unloading materials
• Safely stack baled material without endangering people or equipment
• Organize and secure stored materials per policy
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections on equipment
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment (lubricating, fueling, cleaning)
• Weigh, tag, log, and prepare baled materials for transport
• Interact professionally with internal and external customers
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Forklift operation

Bobcat operation

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High School diploma (preferred)

GED (preferred)

Job description

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is seeking a Small Equipment Operator in Columbus, OH. You will operate forklifts and bobcats to move baled materials, load trailers, and ensure safe handling of waste and recyclables.

The role requires attention to safety, ability to follow policies, and effective communication with customers and team members. Responsibilities include pre-trip inspections, routine equipment maintenance, and involvement in loading operations, with opportunities to travel between sites