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Job description
Heavy Equipment Operator
This position will be with Desert Environmental, LLC, an affiliate of WaterBridge Operating, LLC.
Summary of Position:
The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for moving waste throughout the facility for treatment and disposal by operating various equipment, such as dozers, excavators, loaders, and dump trucks.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
The following represents most of the position's duties but is not meant to be all-inclusive or prevent other duties from being assigned when necessary. Employees are expected to comply with all regulatory, environmental, and safety rules and standards, as well as corporate policies.
As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for:
Operating a variety of heavy equipment used in a landfill.
Performing pre-shift safety inspections on the vehicle systems, equipment, and accessories.
Performing routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and referring defects or needed repairs to the supervisor.
Maintaining good housekeeping of equipment.
Assisting in maintenance and repairs if needed.
Assisting with the operation of other equipment as needed.
Conducting all business activities in accordance with health and safety policies and legal compliance requirements and bringing problems to the attention of the supervisor, superintendent, and/or HSE.
Washing equipment as instructed, doing oil changes, pumping pits, doing JSA's and safety observations
Qualifications & Requirements:
Must have a high school diploma or GED.
A valid driver's license with an insurable driving record is required.
A minimum of 6 months years of related experience is required. 1 year experience is preferred.
Experience operating one or more of the following:
Articulating Dump Truck
Motor Grader
Excavator
Loader
Dozer
Live in Pecos, TX, or within a 30-mile radius from Pecos, TX, required. Company-paid housing will be provided during your working shift.
Live in Orla, TX, or within a 60-mile radius from Orla, TX, required. Company-paid housing will be provided during your working shift.
Working Conditions/Environment:
Operates in a field environment.
May be subject to environments that are extreme in nature, such as heat, cold, etc.
The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to:
Standing, walking, or sitting for prolonged periods.
Walking on uneven and vegetated terrain; sampling activities such as hand auguring for soil sample collection.
Use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds and must be able to carry a self-contained breathing apparatus if needed. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Position Type:
This is a full-time position.
14/7 (14 days on 7 days off) Rotational Schedule
12-hour shifts
Position Location(s):
Pecos, TX
Orla, TX
Benefits:
If eligible, company-paid housing will be provided during working shifts
Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug Coverage
Voluntary Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, & Child(ren)
Employee Basic Life and AD&D Insurance – Company Paid
Short Term & Long Term Disability – Company Paid
401(k) or Roth 401(k) Retirement Plan, plus a company match
And many other benefits not listed here
About Us:
At Desert Environmental, we believe that our people make the difference! We are committed to provide our employees with personal development and growth opportunities. We are backed by our strong core values and operational excellence to lead the evolution of energy waste management. Unlike other waste management providers, our facilities are designed to maximize sustainability and minimize the unnecessary byproducts of oil and gas operations – helping our customers operate responsibly and achieve their ESG goals.
Desert Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Worksite address
pecos, TX, 79772, US
Who can apply
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