Join a growing leader in waste and recycling services with opportunities for candidates at all experience levels, from Apprentice Operators to Lead Operators. In these hands-on roles, you'll operate a variety of equipment including forklifts, balers, skid steers, and loaders while helping keep recycling operations running safely and efficiently. If you're looking for a stable career with competitive pay, skill development, and clear advancement opportunities, this is an excellent opportunity to grow with an industry-leading organization.
Equipment Operator Job Details:
- Schedule: 6am - 6pm, Opportunities for Flexible schedule
- Monday - Thursday
- Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday
- Wednesday - Saturday
- Pay Rate: $19-$21 p/hour depending on position
Selling Points about Equipment Operator:
- Temp to hire benefits such as health and 401K
- Day shift position
- Room for growth within the company
Equipment Operator Job Description:
Apprentice Operator
- Learn the recycling process and company safety standards.
- Complete required training to safely operate a forklift and recycling baler.
- Develop a strong understanding of company policies, procedures, and core values.
Operator I
- Safely operate forklifts and recycling balers while following all safety protocols.
- Perform pre-operation inspections and complete equipment checklists.
- Demonstrate knowledge of lockout/tagout procedures and show readiness to learn additional equipment.
Operator II
- Build strong communication skills with customers and team members.
- Identify acceptable and unacceptable recyclable materials.
- Operate at least three pieces of equipment, such as a baler, forklift, skid steer, or loader/excavator.
- Work toward obtaining a hoisting license and expanding equipment qualifications.
Lead Operator
- Serve as a subject matter expert on recycling operations and material identification.
- Operate all recycling facility equipment safely and efficiently.
- Lead, train, and mentor other operators while helping develop team members.
- Communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, and management.
- Maintain required state hoisting licenses (2A and 1C) and assist with career development initiatives.
Equipment Operator Job Requirements:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Previous Equipment Handling Experience
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs
- Read and Write in English
PeopleShare is the leading Staffing Agency in the region and has temporary to hire and permanent jobs across 8 states. Our openings include receptionist, data entry, customer service, collections, office managers, call center, administrative assistant, accounts payable clerk, accounts receivable clerk, file clerk, warehouse, assembly, production, pickers, packers, forklift, machine operators, and maintenance mechanics.
PeopleShare provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category or class under federal, state, and/or local laws. This policy applies to all locations and all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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