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Heavy Equipment Operator with CDL License

Amwaste
Savannah, GA, United States
$18 an hour
Full-time

Job Type

Full-time

Description

POSITION SUMMARY : The Operator - Heavy Equipment is responsible for the safe operation of heavy equipment at a recycling center, landfill or transfer station for the purpose of transferring, spreading, covering, loading and / or compacting waste or soil in an efficient and safe manner.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES :

Perform pre- and post-operation inspection of the equipment in accordance with Company policy to ensure the maintenance and safety of the equipment.

Safely and efficiently operate equipment that may include : forklift, excavator, bulldozer, rock truck, front-end loader and other equipment using proper safety standards.

  • Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste in materials.
  • Continuously monitor the condition of the equipment to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time;

clean tracks or wheels on equipment, as needed.

  • Perform and document minor service on equipment, referring more complicated mechanical issues to Maintenance Shop for repair.
  • Complete Equipment Condition Report and other reports, as necessary; report any necessary repairs to supervisor, as needed.
  • Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS :

Good customer services skills to meet and exceed customer expectations; acts in a professional, courteous and cooperative manner toward customers and co-workers;

works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness.

  • Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner.
  • Good follow through ability; ability to adhere to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise.
  • Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules set forth; promotes the Company's safety standards; does not take inappropriate risks.
  • Maintains a feeling of pride in work; strives to achieve all goals.
  • Must have Class A CDL License.

Minimum Requirements :

  • High School diploma or GED.
  • Two years of verifiable prior related experience in heavy equipment operation not required but is preferred.
  • Experience working at sites regulated by OSHA or a state environmental agency is preferred.

Salary Description

$18.00+ per hour based on experience

22 days ago
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