About this opportunity
Interstate Waste Services lists this Heavy Equipment Operator opportunity in north arlington, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Heavy Equipment OperatorThe Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the loading, pushing, and transferring of solid waste material in our transfer station. The ideal candidate will have the ability to completely maintain this transfer station in an efficient and professional manner. They will possess both a team work mentality as well as self-motivating traits.Essential Job Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.Operate heavy duty equipment such as excavators and bucket loaders (yellow iron equipment), with various other small machineryRoutinely set up and inspect equipment prior to operationHave knowledge of machine capabilities and limitationsObserve hand signals, grade stakes, or other markings when operating machines to perform work duties in compliance of safety specificationsReceive written and oral instruction regarding material movementMove materials over short distances, around facilityMaintain an efficient flow by loading transfer trailers to target load weight and reduce traffic congestionCreate and maintain inclines or rampsRepair machinery and replace parts as neededWork Environment:Daily exposure to physical environment including odors, loud noises, weather elements, etc.Requirements and Qualifications:Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States.High school/GED education completed; higher education is a plus.Minimum 2 years' experience as Equipment Operator required.Experience from the sanitation industry is strongly preferred.Fluency in English required, Spanish bilingual is a plus.Additional Information:This job description is intended to be an accurate representation of the general functions of the job, rather than an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or experience. Other duties may be assigned, requested, or required. Aspects of the job may be altered without notice.Interstate Waste Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Salary Range Minimum: USD $26.10/Hr.Salary Range Maximum: USD $26.10/Hr.
Worksite address
north arlington, NJ, 07031, US
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