Equipment Operator - NIGHT SHIFT

THIS IS A NIGHT SHIFT POSITION!

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:  

• Highschool or equivalent.

• Experience:     

• Prior experience with hook/roll-off trucks and wheel loaders preferred.
• Prior experience with heavy equipment preferred.

• Certificate/Licensure:    

• Valid driver's license.
• CDL Class A or B (preferred).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Operation of equipment combinations (Excavator, Roll Off/Hook Truck, Wheel Loader, Forklift). Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas.
• Operation of equipment in industrial waste, soil amendments and other non-hazardous solids on customer facilities, designated landfills, recycling facilities, or land sites for disposal, recycling, or beneficial use.
• Practice and promote safety; including but not limited to, assessing risks before starting tasks, only performing authorized activities, utilizing appropriate PPE.
• Able to do some manual labor and lift 50 lbs.
• Basic housekeeping of work area.
• Basic care and maintenance of equipment.
• Maintain communication with supervisors and team members. 
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Ability to pass a drug test.
• Safe driving record.
• Other duties as assigned and relevant to position.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  

• Generally, the employee filling this position will be expected to be present at the project location for a 12-hour shift and/or as directed by the Project Manager or designated representative. May work extended hours including weekends and holidays.
• Job functions will be carried out in a vast array of environments including but not limited to maintenance facilities, job sites, customer facilities, vehicles, agricultural sites, landfills, end user facilities, etc.
• Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, bend, and kneel.
• Frequently must push, pull, move or lift up to 50 lbs.
• Regularly required to reach with hands and arms.
• Occasional reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching.
• Hearing and speech capable of communicating in person and on telephone.
• Vision capable of viewing monitors, calculators, charts, forms, text and numbers for prolonged periods.
• Pace varies from moderate to heavy activity; flexibility is important.  
• Disruptions are frequent, as some problems need immediate attention.  
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 
• Office is environmentally controlled.
• Exposure to outside environmental conditions. 
• Exposed to hazards from electrical/mechanical/power equipment.
• 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, exposure to high heat or exposure to bio-solids.
• Subject atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
• The workplace is in a smoke-free environment.  
• PPE is required and must be worn as instructed. 
• Must adhere to all safety requirements.
• Travel may be required. Occasionally required to travel great distances using all methods of transportation.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS: 

• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned equipment.
• Immediately reports any unsafe situations to the Manager before attempting service.
• Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by the Manager.
• Train and assist other equipment operators as directed.
• Notify Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
• Effectively and professionally communicate with on-site customer representative(s). 
• Perform scheduled maintenance, cleaning and other duties as assigned by the Company.
• Safe operating record.
• Travel as required (estimated travel - 10%).
• Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime and/or weekends. 
• General knowledge of the principles, practices and processes including current Federal and State laws, statutes, regulations, policies.
• Ability to use proper judgment or action in emergency or crisis situations. 
• Ability to use personal protective equipment in compliance with OSHA exposure control program. 
• Knowledge of computer systems and equipment applications such as GPS systems.