Small Equipment Operator

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Description

Rumpke is a family owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple:
to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you'll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

Small Equipment Operators are responsible for operating equipment including, but not limited to, paper balers, front-end loaders, bobcats, and forklifts to transport or bind paper or loose materials to facilitate handling as well as load or unload materials into trailers or/and railcars.

Days:
Monday - Friday

Hours:
7:
00 am - 5:
00 pm

Responsibilities of Position:

  • Operate equipment in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
  • Perform safe driving practices while transporting, loading, and unloading loose or baled materials.
  • Safely stack baled material in a manner that does not endanger personnel, equipment, or materials.
  • Organize and secures the stored materials in accordance with policy.
  • Conduct pre-trip/post-trip inspections on equipment and complete necessary forms.
  • Perform routine maintenance on equipment, (i.e., lubricating, fueling, and cleaning equipment).
  • Monitor for signs of unacceptable material.
  • Weigh, tag, log, and prepare baled materials for transport.
  • Professional interaction with internal and external customers.
  • Clean waste from equipment body and wheels throughout the day.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

  • Must pass a written and operational test to be licensed to operate forklift and bobcat.
  • Ability to perform physical requirements of the job (prolonged physical exertions, including sitting, standing, reaching, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, and climbing). Also, ability to withstand "bumpy" ride on equipment.
  • Ability to maneuver equipment through tight areas and high equipment and pedestrian traffic.
  • Ability to work in plant conditions with exposure to weather elements.
  • Good verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers.
  • Must be able to read and speak the English language well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, directions, traffic signs, signals, and safety training.

Physical Requirements in a Regular workday:

  • Continuously lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 10lbs. Frequently up tp 35lbs, and occasionally up to 50lbs.
  • Continuously sitting, standing, walking, stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling.
  • Continuously working outside, inside and in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, other airborne matter.

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

  • Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas.
  • Exposure to residential and commercial waste.
  • Ability to work flexible hours; overtime, weekends, and/or holidays.
  • Ability to work overtime, weekends and/or holidays.
  • Legally eligible to work in the United States.
  • Valid driver's license (if applicable).
  • Must successfully complete pre-employment testing.
  • Must be able to read and speak the English language.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke's policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.

Qualifications
Education High School (preferred)
Experience Operating Equipment (preferred)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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