Heavy Equipment Operator - 1st Shift

Heavy Equipment Operator - 1st Shift

Tradebe is a group of industrial businesses dedicated to creating a more sustainable planet and making a real impact on human wellbeing. In the US, we lead the way in recycling and the circular economy, managing diverse environmental challenges sustainably. Our Millington, TN facility, is a cornerstone of our operations, where dedicated teams work together to drive innovative and sustainable solutions. Join us at this critical hub to make a lasting impact on the environment and your career.

This position is located in Millington, TN. The hours for this position will be on the first shift, 5AM-1:30PM, Monday-Friday. Pay rate for this position is $19.06 per hour, paid weekly! Forklift, backhoe, and track hoe experience is strongly preferred.

The Opportunity

As a Solidification/Stabilization Operator at Tradebe, your role in Area 207 involves managing the movement and transfer of incoming and outgoing shipments at the Millington plant for off-site disposal.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Perform thorough preventive maintenance on forklifts, backhoes, and track hoes.
• Maintain clean and organized work area.
• Process solidification/stabilization batches and track processing activities.
• Obtain heavy equipment certification and operate the 207-building shredder.
• Prepare roll-offs for processing and ensure compliance with EH&S policies.
• Complete daily end-of-shift reports and assist in compliance activities.
• Identify, pull, and process batches per solidification/stabilization SOP's.
• Correctly label processing containers based on batch specifications.
• Operate forklifts, backhoes, and track hoes independently.
• Ensure proper labeling of roll-offs and end dumps before loading.
• Cross-train in Solids Consolidation and prepare end dumps and roll-off boxes for processing.
• Safely handle and process drums for Solids Consolidation.
• Verify drums are R.C.R.A. empty and maintain accurate processing records.
• Process batches for both 207 and 217 per vendor outlet specifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of hazardous waste industry experience is desirable.
• Working knowledge of DOT/RCRA regulations a plus.
• Forklift experience, a plus.
• The ability to pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check, are required.
• Ability to work the schedule for which you are hired for.
• Ability to work on-site as described in the job description.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Physical Requirements: Walking, standing, crawling, kneeling, lifting, reaching, pushing, pulling.

Why Tradebe is Right for You:

• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Student loan repayment assistance.
• Generous vacation and sick plans.
• Medical (including telehealth), dental and vision.
• 401k Retirement match.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• Health savings accounts (HSA).
• Agency paid, basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities.
• Leadership opportunities.
• Great work environment and culture.
• And MORE!

Ready to make a difference? Apply now! Tradebe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.