Heavy Equipment Operator 2nd Shift

Summary

Operate a variety of heavy equipment vehicles that spread, organize and feed the facility's conveyor system and transfer trailers. Material includes a combination of recyclables, commercial and residential waste as well as construction and demolition materials.

Job Description

• •Efficiently and safety operate wheel loaders to load transfer trailers and feed conveyors. Operate wheel loaders in a manner that does not endanger personnel or equipment, and that complies with the company's operating and safety policies.
• •Keep tipping floor material safely arranged to allow easy loading of trailers and conveyor system, as well as creating space for newly arrived material.
• •Ensure proper care and use of equipment.
• •Perform pre/post operation inspections and preventive maintenance checks. Maintains accurate records.
• •Ensure proper attire is worn at all times, including closed-toed shoes, and personal protective equipment (safety vests, safety goggles, gloves, dust masks).
• •Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• •High School Diploma and/or GED.
• •Ability to perform physical requirements of the job -- prolonged sitting, constant climbing up/down the loader and able to turn neck and shoulder back and forth.
• •Ability to distinguish between various recyclable materials.
• •Must have good hand-eye coordination.
• •Safety conscious.
• •Good communication skills.
• •Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• •Valid driver's license.
• •4+ years of previous experience.

Physical/Environmental Demands:

• •Physical:
• •Standing, walking, sitting, seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously.
• •Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, concentration, & interpersonal abilities continuously.
• •Eye/hand coordination, handling, & wrist motion continuously.

• •Environmental:
• •Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet/hot conditions, & noise continuously.
• •Works outside & inside.

Salary : $26.96 - $29.71 per hour

Schedule : Monday - Friday from 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm with rotating Saturdays

Benefits:

• •Competitive wages
• •Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision
• •401K
• •Life Insurance
• •Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• •Career plan
• •Recognition programs
• •Professional development learning
• •An exceptional work environment

Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO/M/F/disability/veteran