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Equipment Operator - Lead Equipment Operator

Maryland Environmental Service
Derwood, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 11/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/23/2026
Current MES Employees who are interested in applying for this position must visit the Internal MES Careers Page by going to their Workday Dashboard, clicking on the Career icon and selecting Find Jobs. This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading team that provides environmental solutions to the public and private sectors throughout the State of Maryland. Job Description: Maryland Environmental Service has an opening for an Equipment Operator or Lead Equipment Operator at our Montgomery County Grinding Operations facility located in Derwood, MD. This position provides equipment operation services for MES clients at field locations. This position includes varying shifts, including nights, at multiple locations within Montgomery County. Estimated Pay Range: $45,666.23 - $75,978.12 Benefits: Health Insurance with choice of medical plan and prescription, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance options, along with flexible spending accounts 401K retirement savings program with generous agency match Paid vacation, personal and sick leave Ten paid holidays per year Tuition assistance Minimum Requirements: Graduation from a standard high school or GED plus one year of experience operating heavy equipment. Must have a valid driver's license with less than 5 points. Appointment to some sites may also require Commercial Driver’s License with specific endorsements. This position will be open until filled. The Equipment Operator position is eligible for on-spot, contingent offers. Candidates who apply after an on-spot offer has been extended (including internal candidates) will not be considered unless the candidate who receives the on-spot, contingent offer does not complete the process to become an MES employee. Maryland Environmental Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. MES does not participate in programs that require sponsorship for work visas. MES was established by the General Assembly in 1970 to assist with the preservation, improvement, and management of the quality of air, land, water, and natural resources, and to promote the health and welfare of the citizens of the State. Today, MES employs over 700 teammates and operates more than 1,000 environmental projects across Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic region. As a not-for-profit business unit of the state of Maryland, MES provides multi-disciplinary environmental compliance services to enhance and protect the environment through innovative solutions to the region’s most complex environmental challenges.

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