MES
Lead Equipment Operator
Upper Marlboro, MD · Contract
Sponsorship not specified$58k-$80kDetected 15 hours ago
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About the role
- Current MES Employees who are interested in applying for this position must visit the Internal MES Careers Page by going to their Workday Dashboard, clicking on the Career icon and selecting Find Jobs.
- This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading team that provides environmental solutions to the public and private sectors throughout the State of Maryland.
- This position provides equipment operation services for MES clients at field locations.
Responsibilities
- Maryland Environmental Service has an opening for a Lead Equipment Operator at the Prince Georges County Organics Composting Facility located in Upper Marlboro, MD.
Requirements
- Must have a valid driver's license with less than 5 points.
- Must have a valid Class A CDL license.
Nice to have
- Minimum of three years experience operating and maintaining wheeled loaders, excavators and horizontal grinders.
- The last day to apply for this position is September 30th, 2026.
- Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successfully completing required pre-employment screens, to include full background check, drug & alcohol screening, and position appropriate physical.
- Maryland Environmental Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
- MES does not participate in programs that require sponsorship for work visas.
- Graduation from a standard high school or GED plus five (5) years of experience operating heavy equipment.
Compensation
- $58,028.88 - $79,781.52
- Estimated Pay Range:
- Eleven paid holidays per year
Benefits
- Health Insurance with choice of medical plan and prescription, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance options, along with flexible spending accounts
- 401K retirement savings program with generous agency match
- Paid vacation, personal and sick leave
- Tuition assistance
Visa & Work Authorization
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
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