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Heavy Equipment Operator

Reworld Waste
Avon Lake, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 2 Jun 2026
💰 $63,100/yr($47,400/yr$63,100/yr)

About the role

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

All that we’re missing is you.  Apply today!

About the role

As an Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient processing of inbound materials and refuse of various forms through Reworld's industrial disposal process.
Position Responsibilities
  • Operate and inspect forklifts, roll off truck, yard truck, excavator, loaders and skid steer.
  • Manage the safe operation of the site’s equipment in the assigned areas.
  • Conduct daily motorized machinery inspections on the site’s equipment.
  • Complete additional duties as assigned by management including plant operations
Required Qualifications
  • Two year’s experience in the operation of mechanical equipment.
  • Excellent verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as rules, technical procedures, operating and maintenance instructions, and other procedure manuals.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
  • Ability to take appropriate safe action on their own initiative to prevent equipment damage or injury to personnel during emergencies or unusual situations.
Preferred Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred 
Physical Demands of the Role
  • Reworld offers GED Works – a fully funded program for employees to achieve their GED. 
  • Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb 
  • Ability to lift/carry 50lbs 
  • Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces 
  • Qualify to wear a full-face respirator  
  • Consistently work in various weather conditions 

In addition to salary, this role is eligible for benefits. The benefits would include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays.

Additional details are available at https://www.reworldwaste.com/careers/benefits.

For additional information, refer to the Pay Transparency section below.

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

 

 

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld’s reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts

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