Description POSITION SUMMARY: The Operator – Heavy Equipment is responsible for the safe operation of heavy equipment at a recycling center, landfill or transfer station for the purpose of transferring, spreading, covering, loading and/or compacting waste or soil in an efficient and safe manner. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: • Perform pre- and post-operation inspection of the equipment in accordance with Company policy to ensure the maintenance and safety of the equipment. Safely and efficiently operate equipment that may include: forklift, excavator, bulldozer, rock truck, front-end loader and other equipment using proper safety standards. • Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste in materials. • Continuously monitor the condition of the equipment to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time; clean tracks or wheels on equipment, as needed. • Perform and document minor service on equipment, referring more complicated mechanical issues to Maintenance Shop for repair. • Complete Equipment Condition Report and other reports, as necessary; report any necessary repairs to supervisor, as needed. • Follow all required safety policies and procedures. • Perform other job-related duties as assigned. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: • Good customer services skills to meet and exceed customer expectations; acts in a professional, courteous and cooperative manner toward customers and co-workers; works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness. • Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner. • Good follow through ability; ability to adhere to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise. • Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules set forth; promotes the Company’s safety standards; does not take inappropriate risks. • Maintains a feeling of pride in work; strives to achieve all goals. Minimum Requirements: • High School diploma or GED. • Two years of verifiable prior related experience in heavy equipment operation not required but is preferred. • Experience working at sites regulated by OSHA or a state environmental agency is preferred.