Heavy Equipment Operator

Description Synagro partners with stakeholders to clean our water, protect our environment and serve our communities by generating worth from what others consider waste. We work to protect the health of our water, our Earth and those who depend on them now and in the future. What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work? Here are some highlights of what Synagro has to offer: 15 days paid time off 10 Holidays Medical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire) Health Saving Account (HSA) with company match Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 401(k) with company match (fully vested upon hire) Career growth and promotional opportunities Tuition Reimbursement JOB SUMMARY Performs various project work which requires safely operating vehicles and a variety of heavy/agricultural equipment that may include, but not limited to; front end loader, belt press, centrifuge, dredger, spreader box, excavator, TerraGator. Qualified/effiecient yellow iron operator. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES Operate equipment in a safe manner at all times Travel from job site to job site or plant to job site. May involve overnight travel Conduct daily inspections and perform preventative maintenance on the equipment Perform shop clean up, maintenance, and equipment/tools setup Maintain operation records KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES Efficient in equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs Communication skills - verbal and written Ability to operate heavy or agricultural equipment in a safe manner Ability to perform basic math Efficiently operate and use smart phone Mechanical aptitude is a plus Ability to follow directions Ability to travel EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) Valid Drivers' License Agricultural and timber equipment experience preferred Minimum 2 years of project work experience preferred WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sitting, Climbing, Balancing, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Feeling, Lifting up to 50 lbs., Talking, Hearing, and Seeing The worker is subject to confined spaces The worker is subject to both environmental conditions: Activities occur inside and out The worker is subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places This position requires travel and overtime Salary Range: $23.00- $26.00 per hour (commensurate with experience) The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all essential job functions, knowledge, skills, abilities, efforts, and physical or working conditions associated with a position. Qualifications Licenses & Certifications State Drivers License (required) Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.