MRF Heavy Eqp Operator (Skid Steer) at Republic Services

St Louis, Missouri, 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

High School diploma or GED
Two years’ 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 follow through on challenges as they arise
Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules; 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 inspections of equipment in accordance with Company policy to ensure windows, lights, mirrors, and rear view camera are clean
Safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment (e.g., forklift, excavator, bulldozer, front-end loader, skid steer) using proper safety standards for transferring, spreading, covering, loading, and/or compacting waste or soil
Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable materials
Continuously monitor equipment condition to ensure operational readiness and minimize downtime; clean tracks or wheels as needed
Perform and document minor service on equipment; refer complicated mechanical issues to Maintenance Shop
Complete Equipment Condition Reports and other necessary reports; report repairs to supervisor
Follow all required safety policies and procedures
Ensure equipment is clean, serviced, and stored at the end of each shift
Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Skid SteerForkliftExcavatorBulldozerFront-End LoaderEquipment InspectionOSHA ComplianceHeavy Equipment OperationWaste MonitoringMinor Equipment Service

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits are offered for this position?

Eligible employees can elect 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 for this Heavy Equipment Operator role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this Heavy Equipment Operator position remote or on-site?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

Preferred qualifications include a High School diploma or GED, two years of prior related experience in heavy equipment operation, one year of experience at OSHA-regulated sites, good customer service skills, time management, follow-through ability, adherence to policies, and pride in work.

What makes a strong candidate for this Heavy Equipment Operator position?

Strong candidates have a High School diploma or GED, two years of heavy equipment operation experience, one year at OSHA-regulated sites, customer service skills, time management, reliability, adherence to safety policies, and pride in their work.