Heavy Equipment Operator

Who Are We?

Lackawanna Transport is a locally owned and operated private family-owned company who has been experiencing record growth and success. In 1964, it started with one truck. We have grown into one of the largest most successful fully integrated solid waste companies serving the mid-Atlantic area. We started with a business plan 1964 that remains unchanged today: serve your customers well, treat your employees as family, and work hard. 
Our Wetzel County Landfill is a state-of-the-art disposal site that uses the latest environmental protective technology. It features double synthetic liners, modern leachate collection and treatment systems, environmental monitoring systems and on-site management by the industry's top engineers.

Come Join Our Family!
Our Wetzel County Landfill located in New Martinsville, WV is currently searching for a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team! 

*** Please note the following disabilities or medical conditions preclude you from being able to perform safely in this role. If you have any of the following conditions or disabilities, we encourage you to reach out to the Human Resources Department to determine if this role is a fit for you.
•    Asthma, COPD, or other related breathing conditions
•    Aversion/Allergies to strong smells, gases, and fumes
•    Seizure disorder(s)
•    Certain Sleep Disorders, such as Narcolepsy***

What You Will Do:

• Safely operate the facilities Wheel Loader and Drum Feeder 
• Enforce safety procedures on the tipping floor
• Assist with Direct Drop Off procedures and customers as needed
• Maintain landscaping onsite including, but not limited to, mowing, weed-whacking, mulching 
• Assist with onsite operations as needed when instructed by supervisor
• Keep the onsite roads/surrounding area litter free
• Other duties as assigned 

You Have/You Are:

• At least 18 years of age
• A valid Driver's License
• At least 2 years of experience operating heavy equipment
• A comfort level working in all-weather outdoors and ability to work indoors
• The ability to work every other Saturday (required) and overtime
• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be organized and motivated to succeed with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

We Offer:

• Competitive Salary 
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401K with Company match
• A fun, family environment 
• and much more!!

For over 40 years, our motto has been "If it's service, it's us". We cannot meet the goals of our company if we do not satisfy our customer's needs first. Our existence is dependent upon them. Our employees are our greatest asset. We invest in the growth and success of our employees.