Equipment Operator

Overview

An Equipment Loader, Machine Operator (Forklift, etc.), and/or Material Handler, is responsible for operating and controlling a wide variety of equipment vehicles/heavy machinery that are typically found at a material recovery facility including forklift, skid steer, and loader to move raw materials around a work site.

• Responsible for the safe and technically proficient operation of heavy equipment including Front End Loaders, Telehandlers, Skid Steers with Grapples, Sit Down diesel Forklifts with clamps/forks, Scissor Lifts and Operation of commercial Two Ram Bailer equipment.
• Ability to work various hours and flexible shifts when needed.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Helps maintain cleanliness of facility and work areas.
• Ability to follow instructions and work with limited supervision.
• Ability to operate Komatsu / JCB loader and telehandler.
• Proficient operation of New Holland Skid Steer with Grapple attachment.
• Ability to operate a manual roll off truck.
• Sampling/Grading of Inbound material & QC Outbound commodities
• Loading residue outthrow materials
• Ability to load recycling commodities for outbound customers.
• Willingness to work with/in other departments or areas as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management such as traffic control, janitorial duties of trailers and offices, garbage disposal and overall outside maintenance cleanup.
• Must be able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment.
• Cell phone usage is prohibited during working hours except for breaks and lunch times. This includes talking, texting, email, voicemail, social media sites etc.

Extensive knowledge of heavy machinery operation and capabilities.

Ability to follow instructions.

• Must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent education/experience.
• Must have/maintain a valid driver’s License including reliable transportation.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to add/subtract/divide and retain information.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in heavy equipment operation
• Must have a good understanding of earthmoving techniques.
• Must be knowledgeable with routine maintenance on assigned equipment, DEI inspections, lubing and communication with maintenance.
• Must be capable of performing in a closed space environment, work safely and meet productively.
• Must have good written and oral English communications skills.
• Must be able to observe all safety (to include wearing required personal safety equipment), security, and health requirements for warehouse, and outside environment.

The normal setting for this position is operating equipment/machinery and as such,this work is performed outdoors, with exposure in all seasonal weather conditions, including heat, snow, cold, rain, and wind.

Safety is of the utmost importance as incumbent is required to enter and exit the vehicle frequently.

Incumbent is frequently exposed to noise, vibration, dirt, dust, grease, and foul odors.

The work requires mandatory use of personal protective equipment (including gloves, high visibility vests and uniforms).

Exposure to moving heavy trucks while working outside in highly congested areas.

To successfully perform the essential functions of the job, the incumbent must be able to work in this environment and perform all duties as described below:

Ability to pass a Functional Capacity Exam.

Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) associated with working in this type of environment.

Prolonged periods of operating heavy machinery.

Able to work long periods including evenings and weekends when necessary.

Must be able to operate machinery in all weather conditions and terrains.

Must be able to lift 25 pounds at a time.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

Percentage of Work Time Spent on Activity

0-24%

25%-49%

50%-74%

75%-100%

Visual acuity:
Correctable to 20/20.Must be able to read computer screen and various reports

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Hearing:

Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with employees and others

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Abilityto climb, bend, stoop, twist and reach in…