Heavy Equipment Operator

Summary

Operate a variety of heavy equipment vehicles that spread, organize and feed the facility's conveyor system and transfer trailers. Material includes a combination of recyclables, commercial and residential waste as well as construction and demolition materials.

Job Description

• Efficiently and safety operate wheel loaders to load transfer trailers and feed conveyors. Operate wheel loaders in a manner that does not endanger personnel or equipment, and that complies with the company's operating and safety policies.
• Keep tipping floor material safely arranged to allow easy loading of trailers and conveyor system, as well as creating space for newly arrived material.
• Ensure proper care and use of equipment.
• Perform pre/post operation inspections and preventive maintenance checks. Maintains accurate records.
• Ensure proper attire is worn at all times, including closed-toed shoes, and personal protective equipment (safety vests, safety goggles, gloves, dust masks).
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma and/or GED.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the job -- prolonged sitting, constant climbing up/down the loader and able to turn neck and shoulder back and forth.
• Ability to distinguish between various recyclable materials.
• Must have good hand-eye coordination.
• Safety conscious.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid driver's license.
• 4 years of previous experience.
  
  

Physical

Physical/Environmental Demands:

• Standing, walking, sitting, seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously.
• Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, concentration, & interpersonal abilities continuously.
• Eye/hand coordination, handling, & wrist motion continuously.
  
  

Environmental

• Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet/hot conditions, & noise continuously.
• Works outside & inside.
  
  

Salary: $26.09 - $28.84 hourly

Schedule: Monday - Friday 5:30 am - 2:00 pm

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Career plan
• Recognition programs
• Professional development learning
• An exceptional work environment
  
  

Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO/M/F/disability/veteran