Equipment Operator

Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions for over 40 years, providing innovative solutions that help customers achieve carbon‑negative outcomes.

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon‑negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting‑edge engineering and innovative solutions to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Reworld’s differentiator comes from its ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

The Heavy Equipment Operator position reports to the Residue Supervisor and receives direction from the Lead Equipment Operator. The duties include the safe and efficient operation of all equipment associated with the Residue System, Ferrous Recovery System, and the movement of material throughout the Facility. All system operational duties must be performed in accordance with established Residue Systems procedures.

• Receive and process materials, operating industrial equipment such as forklift, front‑end loader, skid steer, tanker truck, roll‑off truck, walking floor trailer, pressure washer, material handling equipment, conveyor systems, and various hand tools.
• Traffic control for incoming/outgoing traffic.
• Assist facility mechanic(s) with equipment repairs; take appropriate action to prevent equipment damage or personnel injury.
• Maintain housekeeping standards, perform preventative maintenance tasks, assist with minor equipment repair work, and handle municipal solid waste residue in accordance with SOPs, including painting and cleaning as required.

• High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year experience operating industrial heavy equipment such as front‑end loader.
• Ability to demonstrate how your actions support Reworld Values and Behaviors, including a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

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

Position works a 12‑hour night shift (rotating schedule covering both weekdays and weekends). Training will take place on day shift. Must have flexibility to alternate schedules based on business needs.

• Health Care Benefits – start first day of employment.
• Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards.
• 401(k) – match up to 7%.
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday).
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability Benefits.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Referral Bonus.

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Please request reasonable accommodations for disability or veteran status at

Seniority Level: Entry level

Employment Type:

Full‑time

Job Function:
Management and Manufacturing