What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Operator position at Waste-pro?
Recycling Center/Transfer Station Operator
Job Description
The positions assigned to the Recycling Center and Transfer Station are interchangeable.
Employees will be assigned as operational commitments require.
Typical work involves:
- The safe operation of all material handling equipment
- Prepare various reports regarding operations and workload
- Monitor and report activities of the facility to the Manager
- Baling material for proper storage, transportation and loading/unloading of trucks and trailer.
- Separate refuse from recyclable materials
- Ensure the cleanliness and upkeep of the facility, parking areas, grass and roadside as required
- Assist, direct and educate patrons in proper disposal methods
- Attend formal and informal professional training
Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Weigh and record materials arriving or departing the facilities
- Sort and separate materials to include electronics, oil, anti-freeze paper, plastic, metal, glass and wood.
- Load and weigh trucks for transportation- Operate scales to properly weigh vehicles and baled materials
- Instruct patrons in proper recycling techniques and facility rules/guidelines
- Ensure the cleanliness of the facility, parking area, grass and roadside as required by Manager
- Operate and perform basic maintenance of bucket loader, excavator and forklift as required
- Operate and perform basic maintenance of balers, conveyor belts, pressure washer and other equipment as required
- Utilize Personal Protective Equipment as required by regulation or as required by
Manager
- Complete reporting documents as required by regulations or as required by
Manager
- Complete training requirements at the discretion of the Manager
- Read, understand and possess a working knowledge of the Union County SolidWaste Management Regulations, Operations Manual, Safety and Emergency
Action Plan and other regulatory documents as required- Other Duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Manager
- Be able to obtain a commercial drivers licenses (CDL) within 6 months
Desired Experience and Training:
- High School Graduate
- Experience in the operation of heavy equipment and light machinery
Requirements of work:
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to make judgment as to proper disposal methods
- Math skills to include addition and subtraction
- Ability to work courteously with citizens, co-workers and others that utilize the facility.
- Ability to operate driving machinery
- Ability to operate stationary equipment
- Lift items not to exceed 50 pounds
- Standing for periods not to exceed 30 minutes
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- La Grande, OR 97850: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Equipment Operators: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $21
