Casella Waste Systems, Inc.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Old Town, ME, US
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 1 day ago
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About the role
- The Heavy Equipment Operator ensures the safe operation of heavy equipment at the landfill for the purpose of transferring, spreading, covering, loading and/or compacting waste or soil in an efficient and safe manner; operates one or more types of heavy construction equipment including backhoes, forklifts, graders, tractors, and front-end loaders.
Responsibilities
- Assists in the maintenance and upkeep of the landfill site, including litter removal Performs pre/post operation inspection of equipment in accordance with Casella safety standards as well as state and federal regulations.
- Demonstrates the ability to develop training plans and mentor employees to achieve successful outcomes.
- Physical ability to perform duties in various weather conditions.
Requirements
- Apprentice: 0-2 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
- Demonstrates the ability to operate one type of yellow iron equipment.
- 2-4 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
- Demonstrates the ability to safely operate two types of yellow iron equipment involved in composting operations.
- 4-6 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
- Demonstrates the ability to safely operate three types of yellow iron equipment involved in composting operations.
- Career Path Definitions & Distinctions: Apprentice: 0-2 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
- Operator I: 2-4 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
- Operator II: 4-6 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
- Lead Operator: 6+ years of experience operating heavy equipment.
Nice to have
- It is required to have a high school diploma or GED and two years of prior experience in heavy equipment operation is preferred.
Benefits
- Education, Experience & Qualifications The successful candidate will be a self-directed person, at least 18 years of age, have a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and be legally eligible to work in the US.
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