Heavy Equipment Operator

About the role

As an Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient processing of inbound materials and refuse of various forms through Reworld's industrial disposal process.

• Operate and inspect forklifts, roll off truck, yard truck, excavator, loaders and skid steer.
• Involves treating and blending waste using large material handling equipment.
• Manage the safe operation of the site's equipment in the assigned areas.
• Conduct daily motorized machinery inspections on the site's equipment.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by management including plant operations.

• Two years' experience in the operation of excavator and/or mechanical equipment.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as rules, technical procedures, operating and maintenance instructions, and other procedure manuals.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to take appropriate safe action on your own initiative to prevent equipment damage or injury to personnel during emergencies or unusual situations.
• Requires respirator fit test and wearing PPE on a daily basis.

• High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred.

• Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb.
• Ability to lift/carry 50 lbs.
• Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces.
• Qualified to wear a full-face respirator.
• Consistently work in various weather conditions.

In addition to salary, this role is eligible for benefits. The benefits include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays.

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld's reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable).

Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.

Pay range: $47,400.00 - $63,100.00 USD.

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an affirmative action program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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