Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Heavy Equipment Operator

Location : Shelby, NC

Pay : $19 / hr

Schedule : Monday–Friday, 7 : 30 AM – 4 : 30 PM

Shift : 1st Shift

General Overview

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Heavy Equipment Operator to support operations involving the collection and transportation of materials from designated locations. This role involves operating motorized equipment, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring safe and efficient site practices. This is a full-time position with a consistent daytime schedule and occasional weekend or holiday rotation (not to exceed 40 hours per week).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate heavy trucks and equipment to collect and transport containers from designated sites.
• Maintain detailed records of equipment usage, materials handled, and routes completed.
• Conduct daily inspections and perform light maintenance on trucks and equipment.
• Identify and report equipment breakdowns or service needs to supervisor and assist in repairs when necessary.
• Communicate regularly with supervisor to receive instructions and report issues.
• Follow safe driving practices and all applicable traffic laws.
• Survey collection sites and report any operational or environmental issues.
• Ensure that only authorized materials are collected and transported.
• Check equipment daily for fluid levels, tire pressure, lights, and other safety components.
• Complete maintenance logs and repair requests as needed.
• Fuel vehicles and equipment and ensure they are kept clean, inside and out.

Skills & Qualifications

Education & Experience

Physical Requirements

Special Requirements

Company Description

We are a skilled team, devoted to our customers and employees. Offering employees the opportunity to learn, work and grow with established business! We have a great workforce, that is always expanding, we are continually looking for individuals to join our team.

Company Description

We are a skilled team, devoted to our customers and employees. Offering employees the opportunity to learn, work and grow with established business! We have a great workforce, that is always expanding, we are continually looking for individuals to join our team.