Experience Heavy Equipment Operator, Landfill

Position: Heavy Equipment Operator III Location: Landfill, Hastings, MI Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm; occasional Saturdays after holidays Benefits Stable hours for financial stability Stock purchase plan Comprehensive healthcare coverage including dental, vision and prescription coverage Paid tuition and scholarships for you and your dependents Company‑matched 401(k) Adoption assistance and parent support Responsibilities Operate heavy equipment (bulldozers, scrapers, front‑end loaders) in compliance with company safety policies and procedures. Conduct routine equipment inspections and preventive maintenance; maintain accurate records. Move and position raw materials and finished components using material‑moving equipment. Follow standard operating procedures for operating and maintaining vehicles. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Three years of experience operating heavy equipment. Preferred experience: excavator, dozer, off‑road truck, and loader operation. Over 18 years of age. Legally eligible to work in the United States. Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Successful completion and passing of a pre‑employment drug screen and physical. People who thrive Work independently and take accountability for safety guidelines. Communicate effectively and support colleagues. Problem‑solve autonomously. Work environment and physical demands Use motor coordination with finger dexterity (e.g., machine operation) most of the workday. Handle objects less than 30 pounds occasionally. Exposure to physical occupational risks such as cuts, burns, or toxic chemicals rarely. Work in environments with dirt, odors, noise, and weather extremes most of the workday. Typical setting: shop or field. #J-18808-Ljbffr