Equipment Operator - Forklift

GROW WITH US

As the largest 100% employee-owned company in the resource recovery industry, Recology has a unique workplace culture that guides how we support employees, interact with our customers, service our communities, and care for our environment.

We are a team of trusted advisors and partners committed to superior customer service. We are a diverse group with a shared commitment to excellence and providing high caliber service. We are a collaborative and supportive team and looking for a motivated self-starter to join us!

We encourage Recology employees to G.R.O.W. with Us professionally and personally by:

• Giving Back to our communities.
• Recovering Resources to achieve their best and highest use.
• Owning a company that provides quality service and protects the environment.
• Working Together to achieve our common vision, a world without waste.

You can G.R.O.W. with Us by becoming our Equipment Operator

THE ROLE

Under limited supervision, sorts, positions, stages and loads waste and recyclable materials for the safe transport and efficient removal from the site.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, AND ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Operates heavy equipment, such as a loader, dozer, excavator or similar equipment, as applicable to location.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment.
• Maintains good customer relations and interacts in a professional manner with customers.
• Performs daily routine safety and equipment operation checks including pre- and post-shift inspections on assigned equipment.
• Reports issues to the appropriate authority and in a timely manner.
• Supports other areas of the operation as needed.
• Reports all accidents and/or safety violations to the appropriate authority and in a timely manner.

QUALIFICATIONS 

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to qualify is:

• Three years of related experience, including experience in the operation and maintenance of heavy equipment.
• Principles and practices of job site safety, potential job hazards, and state and local regulations including applicable waste regulation.
• Basic computer programs.
• High school degree or GED preferred.

Skill and/or Ability to:

• Promotes the WASTE ZERO philosophy by making the best and highest use of all resources as well as finding ways to use waste products in ways that benefit the environment.
• Develops strategies to effectively manage current and future challenges and opportunities; develops recommendations and actionable plans.
• Defines issues and focus on achieving workable solutions; generates innovative ideas to develop or improve existing systems.
• Demonstrates ability to use computers and technology capabilities.
• Demonstrates strong proficiency and knowledge in area(s) of expertise as well as company business and proficiency in strategic and financial processes.
• Communicates well both verbally and in writing; listens to and understands various viewpoints; shares relevant information timely; provides constructive feedback; maintains professionalism.
• Presents ideas effectively to individuals or groups and delivers presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience.
• Effectively and productively engages with others and establishes trust, credibility, and confidence.
• Promotes collabor