Republic Services
environmental services
LandfillHeavyEquipmentOperator
“Landfill Heavy Equipment Operator at Republic Services. Skills: safe operation of heavy equipment, process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement. safe operation of heavy equipment at a recycling center, landfill or transfer station for the purpose of transferring, spreading, covering, loading and/or compacting waste or soil in an efficient and safe manner. Perform pre- and post-operation inspection”
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Two years of prior related experience in heavy equipment operation, One year of prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA
What You'll Do.
safe operation of heavy equipment at a recycling center
landfill or transfer station for the purpose of transferring
loading and/or compacting waste or soil in an efficient and safe manner
Perform pre- and post-operation inspection of the equipment in accordance with Company policy to ensure windows
mirrors and rear view camera are clean
Safely and efficiently operate equipment that may include: forklift
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
Perform and document minor service on equipment
referring more complicated mechanical issues to Maintenance Shop for repair
Complete Equipment Condition Report and other reports
report any necessary repairs to supervisor
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
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
works in a professional, courteous and cooperative manner toward customers and co-workers
Communication Scope
Good customer services skills
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