Baler Operator (Nights) at Republic Services

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Waste Management, RecyclingIndustries

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of experience in heavy equipment operation
Minimum of 1 year of experience working at sites regulated by OSHA
Valid certificate(s) of training and applicable licenses for operation of equipment, as required
Good customer service 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

Responsibilities

Perform pre- and post-operation inspection of the equipment in accordance with Company policy to ensure windows, lights, mirrors and rear view camera are clean
Safely and efficiently operate equipment that may include: forklift, excavator, bulldozer, front-end loader, sweeper or baler and other stationary equipment using proper safety standards
Continuously monitor waste or other materials for evidence of unacceptable waste/materials
Identify and deposit waste or other materials into appropriate piles and stock baled trash
Load the transfer truck with a front-end loader and ensure complete capacity by packing down waste with bucket; regulate tonnage into the transfer trailer
Continuously observe packed waste/materials for signs of hazards, including smoldering, fire, etc
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

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Forklift OperationExcavator OperationBulldozer OperationFront-End LoaderBaler OperationHeavy Equipment OperationOSHA ComplianceEquipment InspectionWaste ManagementCustomer Service

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits are offered for this position?

Eligible employees can participate in comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, health care and dependent care spending accounts, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, Employee Assistance Program, employee discount programs, and a 401(k) plan with generous company match.

What experience is required for the Baler Operator role?

A minimum of 2 years of experience in heavy equipment operation and 1 year working at OSHA-regulated sites is required, along with valid certificates of training and applicable licenses for equipment operation.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this a remote position, or what is the work location?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What soft skills are important for this role?

Good customer service skills, time management skills, follow-through ability, adherence to company policies and safety standards, and a sense of pride in work are important.