Operator-In-Training

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This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading team that provides environmental solutions to the public and private sectors throughout the State of Maryland.

Job Description:

Maryland Environmental Service has an opening for an Operator-In-Training (OIT), or experienced Operator located at our Brown Station facility in Upper Marlboro, MD. The OIT opportunity is a 3-year program that includes on-the-job training, an independent study program, and professional in-house mentoring and coaching. The starting salary for an OIT is $38,230 with excellent benefits. During the 3-year apprenticeship period, there will be periodic pay raises based on reaching established benchmarks and job performance. Successful graduates of the program will be offered Operator positions with MES.

Estimated Pay Range:

$38,220.00 - $50,639.70

Benefits:

• Health Insurance with choice of medical plan and prescription, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance options, along with flexible spending accounts

• 401K retirement savings program with generous agency match

• Paid vacation, personal and sick leave

• Ten paid holidays per year 

• Tuition assistance

Minimum Requirements:

Graduation from a standard high school or possession of a state high school equivalency certificate. Possession of a valid driver’s license meeting the requirements of Maryland law, the MES Fleet Policy and other MES Policies.

To view an informational video about the program, go to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDEemFOq3DE

This position will be open until filled.

Maryland Environmental Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. MES does not participate in programs that require sponsorship for work visas.