The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating equipment in a safe and appropriate manner, carrying out a range of duties including, but not limited to, pushing, compacting, covering, and loading refuse at our landfill site. As an Equipment Operator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring efficient operations and maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

Must be able to operate various pieces of heavy equipment in site reclamation, road work, and right of way pipeline work including, but not limited to:

Dozer
Excavator
Roller
Skid Steer
Rock Truck
Grader
Skidder

Must be able to dig around utilities, operate in very close quarters, must be able to work well with ground labors, must be able to follow directions from Foreman.

Operate a variety of equipment including backhoes, loaders, and scrapers on commercial and industrial projects in a safe manner and within the production goals established.
Lift heavy loads up to and exceeding 70 pounds.
Perform setup and cleanup tasks at job site.
Backfill trenches and pit when necessary.
Maintain a safe and clean job site by handling materials and storing them properly, picking up and removing all tools. and equipment when not in use and securing the job site daily.

Education, Skills and/or Work Experience Requirements:

Must have at least 2 years' prior experience on a paving crew.
Must be able to concentrate on tasks for extended periods of time.
The ability to understand and communicate information.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Must be able to do basic math.
Must be able to safely operate hand and power tools. Prior experience is required.

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance
Company paid Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand for long periods.
Ability to lift heavy materials and work long hours.
Ability to kneel for long periods.
Ability to work in harsh weather conditions.

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