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Lead Equipment Operator

Recology
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 4/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/6/2026

Role

Under minimal supervision, acts as a lead in sorting, positioning, staging and loading waste and recyclable materials for safe transport and efficient removal from the site.

Shift will be Saturday - Tuesday, 7:00AM-5:00PM.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Operates heavy equipment, such as a loader, dozer, excavator or similar equipment, as applicable to location.
  • Performs daily routine safety and equipment operation checks including pre- and post-shift inspections on assigned equipment.
  • Maintains a safe and clean work environment.
  • Reports issues to the appropriate authority and in a timely manner.
  • Acts as a lead or resource for other Equipment Operators, answering questions and providing training.
  • Supports other areas of the operation, as needed.
  • Maintains good customer relations and interacts in a professional manner with customers.
  • Suggests process improvements to enhance efficient removal from the site.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Three or more years of related experience, including experience in the operation and maintenance of heavy equipment.
  • Principles and practices of job site safety, potential job hazards, and state and local regulations. 
  • Basic computer aptitude.
  • Principles and practices of job site safety, potential job hazards, and state and local regulations including applicable waste regulation.
  • Basic computer programs.
  • High school degree or GED, preferred.
  • Commercial driver’s license, preferred.
  • Principles of employee training and supervision.

Recology Offers

  • An ecologically innovative company that finds and mentors people committed to protecting the environment and sustaining our communities.
  • The largest employee-owned resource recovery company in the industry with terrific benefits to help you prosper.
  • A creative and caring culture that values community, diversity, altruism, accountability, collaboration, and learning by doing.
  • An inspired company mission driven to use and return resources to their best and highest use through the practice of the 4R’s: Reduce, Re-use, Recycle, and Recologize.
  • Distinct professional challenges to connect with, care for, and grow community that sees a world without waste.

Recology Benefits May Include

  • Paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Retirement plans (Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with match).
  • Annual wellness incentives.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Educational assistance.
  • Commuting benefits.
  • Employee referral program.

Supplemental Information

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job; and pursuant to applicable law, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records. It is important that you provide accurate information on the job application, inaccurate information may cause delays in the processing of your application and/or may disqualify you as a candidate.

Recology is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting an inclusive work environment where employees are valued, heard, and provided development opportunities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis that is prohibited by law.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job.

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