About this opportunity
Synagro lists this Heavy Equipment Operator opportunity in virginia beach, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Description Synagro partners with stakeholders to clean our water, protect our environment and serve our communities by generating worth from what others consider waste. We work to protect the health of our water, our Earth and those who depend on them now and in the future. What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work?
Here are some highlights of what Synagro has to offer:
15 days paid time off
10 Holidays
Medical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire)
Health Saving Account (HSA) with company match
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
401(k) with company match (fully vested upon hire)
Career growth and promotional opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement
JOB SUMMARY
Performs various project work which requires safely operating vehicles and a variety of heavy/agricultural equipment that may include, but not limited to; front end loader, belt press, centrifuge, dredger, spreader box, excavator, TerraGator. Qualified/effiecient yellow iron operator.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
Operate equipment in a safe manner at all times
Travel from job site to job site or plant to job site. May involve overnight travel
Conduct daily inspections and perform preventative maintenance on the equipment
Perform shop clean up, maintenance, and equipment/tools setup
Maintain operation records
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
Efficient in equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs
Communication skills - verbal and written
Ability to operate heavy or agricultural equipment in a safe manner
Ability to perform basic math
Efficiently operate and use smart phone
Mechanical aptitude is a plus
Ability to follow directions
Ability to travel
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
Valid Drivers' License
Agricultural and timber equipment experience preferred
Minimum 2 years of project work experience preferred
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Sitting, Climbing, Balancing, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Feeling, Lifting up to 50 lbs., Talking, Hearing, and Seeing
The worker is subject to confined spaces
The worker is subject to both environmental conditions: Activities occur inside and out
The worker is subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places
This position requires travel and overtime
Salary Range: $18.00- $25.00 per hour (commensurate with experience)
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all essential job functions, knowledge, skills, abilities, efforts, and physical or working conditions associated with a position.
Qualifications
Licenses & Certifications State Drivers License (required)
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Worksite address
virginia beach, VA, 23450, US
Who can apply
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