Lead Landfill Operator

Lead Landfill Operator

The Lead Landfill Operator is responsible for the safe operation of machinery and equipment at a recycling facility, landfill or transfer station. This position is accountable for coordinating the daily activities of Heavy Equipment Operators or Stationary Equipment Operators, ensuring that all work and processes adhere to safety regulations, as well as federal and state requirements.

• Inspects all required equipment at the start of shift, and at each start-up that occurs during the shift. Records all required data in a complete and accurate manner on daily inspection forms. Completes Equipment Condition Reports and reports any necessary repairs to supervisor and/or maintenance shop.
• Safely and efficiently operates equipment that may include: forklift, scraper, motor grader, sweeper, baler, excavator, bulldozer, front‑end loader and other recycling facility, landfill or transfer station equipment.
• Continuously monitors equipment to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down‑time; performs basic troubleshooting, if necessary, and reports more complicated mechanical issues to maintenance staff to ensure equipment is repaired in most efficient manner possible.
• Reviews daily production schedules to accurately estimate hour requirements for completion of job assignments of heavy or stationary equipment operators; establishes work procedures to meet production schedules, making adjustments in work procedures as necessary to ensure production schedules can be adhered to.
• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality. Suggests changes for equipment use, work space and other enhancements to increase efficiency of shop, department and work crew.
• Directs employees in completion of work; may interpret Company policies, instructions, specifications, blueprints or job orders for employee understanding; assigns duties and work to employees; confers with supervisor or manager to coordinate activities of individual departments or shifts; trains or assists in training of new employees.
• Ensures that shop is clean, serviced and stored at the completion of each shift.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned or apparent.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in equipment operation.
• Valid certificate(s) of training and applicable licenses for operation of equipment, as required.
• One year prior supervisory or lead operator experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.
• Experience with equipment and tool management/facility maintenance.

• None

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Benefits:

The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

EEO STATEMENT:
Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. For any concerns relating to Republic Services’ commitment to equal opportunity employment, you may contact the AWARE Line at 1-866-3-AWARE-4.