St Louis Composting, producer of STA-Certified Compost, Mulch Products and Soil Blends, is accepting applications for future consideration for a Heavy Equipment Operator to work at it's Kansas City, MO sites. Sites are as follows:Belton & Lee Summitt

This position entails operating heavy equipment in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant policies and procedures.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate straight or articulated rubber-tired tractor-type vehicle equipped with front-mounted hydraulically powered bucket or scoop to lift and transport bulk materials to and from customer trucks, haul trucks, material bins, etc.
• Operate color/dye machine for mulch products.
• Perform assignments outlined by supervisors and standard procedures are followed in the performance of duties. Work is inspected periodically for safety and economy in operation.
• Perform routine maintenance on loader, such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning.
• Load and unload yard waste and organic materials from the back of company vehicles, on site and on routes.
• Maintain equipment in proper working order.
• Maintain and review maintenance logs for repairs.
• Maintain an effective system of communications with supervisors, drivers and crew, laborers and operators, and customers serviced.
• Safely operate loader and perform mechanic and general labor duties.
• Perform all duties in a safe manner and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Follow instructions, maintain good housekeeping around the plant site.
• Perform daily safety inspections, report defects or problems for equipment operated.
• Load bins to ensure appropriate stock levels and load haul trucks while maintaining safe area for stock piling and customer load out.
• Use safe practices in all activities.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

MINIMUM REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 2 years of heavy equipment operator experience.
• Must be able to read and understand English.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be able to successfully pass an extensive drug screening (includes urine, hair and breath alcohol).
• Must be willing to submit to a criminal background screening.
• Basic mechanical maintenance knowledge and skills.
• Proven safety record.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
• Must be willing to work shift and/or overtime hours during the week including after dark hours, and/or weekends, and holidays as dictated by operations.
• Must be able to work well in a high volume, fast-paced work environment with strict deadlines.
• Must be able to follow instructions, take direction well and be able to adapt to changes in the operation.
• Must be a strong team player willing to help out wherever necessary and have a "can do" attitude.
• Must have a strong work ethic and be able to remain busy the entire day, looking for new tasks or where else to help when your tasks are completed.

• Opportunities for overtime!
• 6 Paid Holidays!
• Paid Time Off available!
• FREE Life Insurance!
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with STRONG match!
• Medical, Dental and Vision offered!
• Family-oriented positive culture, ideal for those looking for a long-term career!
• Opportunity for growth!