Landfill Heavy Equipment Operator at Republic Services

Bartow, Florida, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Waste Management, RecyclingIndustries

Requirements

Two years of prior related experience in heavy equipment operation
One year of prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA
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 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
Ensure that shop is clean, serviced and stored at the completion of each shift
Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Heavy Equipment OperationForkliftExcavatorBulldozerFront-End LoaderEquipment InspectionSafety ProceduresTime 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, EAP, employee discounts, retirement plan with company match, and ESPP.

What is the salary range for this Heavy Equipment Operator role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What experience is required for this position?

Candidates need two years of prior related experience in heavy equipment operation and one year of prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.

What skills are needed to succeed in 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 required.

Is this a remote position or does it require on-site work?

This information is not specified in the job description.