Waste & Recycling Heavy Equipment Operator

Republic Services; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental & vision plans

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking an Operator – Heavy Equipment to safely operate forklifts, excavators, bulldozers and loaders at our recycling facility, landfill or transfer station. You will perform pre- and post-operation checks, monitor waste and ensure equipment readiness to support efficient site operations.

Two years of heavy equipment experience and OSHA-site exposure are required. A strong safety mindset, reliability, and teamwork are essential for success in a busy operational environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of prior related experience in heavy equipment operation.
• One year of prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-operation inspection of the equipment in accordance with Company policy to ensure windows, lights, mirrors and rear view camera are clean.
• Safely and efficiently operate equipment that may include: forklift, excavator, bulldozer, front-end loader and other equipment using proper safety standards.
• Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste in materials.
• Continuously monitor the condition of the equipment to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time; clean tracks or wheels on equipment, as needed.
• Perform and document minor service on equipment, referring more complicated mechanical issues to Maintenance Shop for repair.
• Complete Equipment Condition Report and other reports, as necessary; report any necessary repairs to supervisor, as needed.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure that shop is clean, serviced and stored at the completion of each shift.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Follow-through

Policy adherence

Pride in work

Job description

Republic Services is seeking an Operator – Heavy Equipment to safely operate forklifts, excavators, bulldozers and loaders at our recycling facility, landfill or transfer station. You will perform pre- and post-operation checks, monitor waste and ensure equipment readiness to support efficient site operations.

Two years of heavy equipment experience and OSHA-site exposure are required. A strong safety mindset, reliability, and teamwork are essential for success in a busy operational environment.