Heavy Equipment Operator - Wheel Loader and Excavator

Equipment Operator Large Wheel Loader and Excavator Murphy Road Recycling Position Summary

The Heavy Equipment Operator - Large Wheel Loader and Excavator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of large wheel loaders, excavators, and other heavy equipment used in daily site operations. This position plays a critical role in material handling, loading and unloading trucks, stockpile management, site maintenance, excavation activities, and ensuring operational productivity. The operator must follow all safety procedures, conduct pre- and post-trip equipment inspections, identify maintenance needs, and work closely with supervisors and team members to maintain efficient workflow.

The ideal candidate possesses strong equipment operating skills, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced outdoor environment while maintaining high standards of equipment care and operational performance. The start time for this position will be 5:30 am.

• Safely operate large wheel loaders, excavators, and other heavy equipment in accordance with company policies and OSHA regulations.
• Load, unload, move, sort, and stockpile materials efficiently and accurately.
• Perform excavation, grading, trenching, back filling, and site preparation activities.
• Conduct daily pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections of equipment and complete required inspection reports.
• Monitor equipment performance and promptly report mechanical issues, damage, or maintenance needs.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, including fueling, greasing, cleaning, and checking fluid levels.
• Ensure work areas are maintained in a safe, clean, and organized condition.
• Loads and monitors transfer trucks, van trailers, and rail cars based on the facility.
• Performs routine maintenance checks on mobile equipment and facility equipment and reports malfunctions to the Supervisor.
• Maintain accurate records related to equipment inspections, maintenance, and daily production.
• Work all assigned shifts from the scheduled start to the scheduled end time.
• Take an active role in the improvement of safety and health in the workplace.
• Reads, understands, and applies information such as lockout/tagout procedures, safety rules, job hazard analyses, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.
• Participate in all required Company meetings, including weekly safety meetings.
• Maintains reasonable, regular, punctual attendance consistent with Company policies, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Adapts to changing duties, as required, based on business needs.

• Ability to complete safety, operational, and other required training within a scheduled period.
• Communication skills sufficient to complete required job functions.
• Demonstrated mechanical ability sufficient to complete routine tasks.
• Demonstrated success in the use of required safety equipment.
• Gritty, outgoing, and eager to learn.
• Strong communication (verbal and written)
• Strong interpersonal skills
• The environment is fast‑paced, and the person in this role must be proactive, hardworking, highly organized, and an independent critical thinker.

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience

• Family‑Oriented Environment
• Excellent Benefits and Bonus Potential

• Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) for most of the workday.
• Required to exert physical effort in handling objects more or less than 30 pounds.
• Required to be exposed to physical and occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.).
• Required to be exposed to a physical environment that involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes, or similar elements.
• Clarity of vision.
• Local travel

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