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Transfer Station - Heavy Equipment Operator (Level 1 & 2)

Valley Services
San Jose, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/28/2025 CLOSED ON 12/28/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transfer Station - Heavy Equipment Operator (Level 1 & 2) position at Valley Services?

As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you play a pivotal role in our commitment to promoting safety, maintaining equipment, maximizing efficiency, and enhancing operational excellence, one task at a time. You will be a key member, safely operating company equipment to complete assigned tasks throughout the day, ensuring all customers have adequate and clean space to dump their materials, and supporting your team members.

 

Level 1 - Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

    • Direct Traffic: Efficiently and friendly direct traffic on site to ensure smooth flow and safety.
    • Customer Assistance: Guide customers to available dump spots, providing clear instructions and assistance.
    • Equipment Operation: Operate a variety of vehicles and equipment (e.g., pickup trucks, sweepers, water trucks, forklifts, loaders, excavators, small & large loaders, safely and efficiently to facilitate yard operations.
    • Load Inspection: Inspect incoming loads, report material types to appropriate staff, and ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.
    • Yard Maintenance: Perform daily yard work, including picking up paper and blowing debris, to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
    • Customer Communication: Explain the drop-off process and allowable materials to customers, answering any questions they may have.
    • Material Handling: Use equipment to move materials throughout the day, ensuring efficient workflow and proper handling procedures.
    • Equipment Inspection: Inspect equipment before and after use to ensure proper functioning and identify any maintenance needs. Report issues to the supervisor for prompt resolution.
    • Customer Service: Respond to customers in a professional and courteous manner, addressing their needs and concerns promptly and effectively.
    • Safety Compliance: Adhere to company safety standards at all times, following protocols and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.
    • Physical Requirements: Stand for long periods and work comfortably in high dirt and dust environments, maintaining focus and stamina throughout the workday.
    • Communication: Maintain assigned company communication devices and communicate with team members and other departments about hazards in the facility.

Compensation:

  • $24.00 - $30.00

Level 2 - Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

    • Direct Traffic: Efficiently and friendly direct traffic on site to ensure smooth flow and safety.
    • Customer Assistance: Guide customers to available dump spots, providing clear instructions and assistance.
    • Equipment Operation: Operate a variety of vehicles and equipment (e.g., pickup trucks, sweepers, water trucks, forklifts, loaders, excavators, small & large loaders, grinder/trommel) safely and efficiently to facilitate yard operations.
    • Process Material: Use grinder/trommel to process materials as needed.
    • Load Inspection: Inspect incoming loads, report material types to appropriate staff, and ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.
    • Yard Maintenance: Perform daily yard work, including picking up paper and blowing debris, to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
    • Customer Communication: Explain the drop-off process and allowable materials to customers, answering any questions they may have.
    • Material Handling: Use equipment to move materials throughout the day, ensuring efficient workflow and proper handling procedures.
    • Loading and Unloading: Load and unload trucks as needed, ensuring accurate placement and securement of materials.
    • Equipment Inspection: Inspect equipment before and after use to ensure proper functioning and identify any maintenance needs. Report issues to the supervisor for prompt resolution.
    • Customer Service: Respond to customers in a professional and courteous manner, addressing their needs and concerns promptly and effectively.
    • Safety Compliance: Adhere to company safety standards at all times, following protocols and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.
    • Physical Requirements: Stand for long periods and work comfortably in high dirt and dust environments, maintaining focus and stamina throughout the workday.
    • Communication: Maintain assigned company communication devices and communicate with team members and other departments about hazards in the facility.

Compensation:

  • $29.00 - $36.00

Basic Qualifications

  • Equipment Operator Certification and/or license
  • Ability to operate equipment
  • Availability for overtime, weekends, and emergency conditions
  • Positive attitude and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to follow directions and communicate effectively at all levels
  • Capacity to lift 50 lbs.
  • Successful completion of background check and drug screen
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license
  • Proficiency in English
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Comfort working in high dirt and dust environments for extended periods

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in customer service 
  • Experience using fleet/ maintenance software 
  • Experience as a laborer 
  • Bilingual 

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Training & Development
  • Wellness Resources
  • Education Assistance
  • Referral Program

Salary : $24 - $30

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