Heavy Equipment Operators

1st / 2nd Shift Needed


1st shift 7am-3:30pm


2nd shift 1pm-9:30pm


Pay Rate: $22 hourly


1.Ensures Health & Safety is the number one priority by following all company policies, procedures, and safe work practices.


2.Operates a variety of heavy equipment-including forklifts, loaders, excavators, skid steers, telehandlers, and other machinery, as needed to safely handle, move, load, and unload materials and waste.


3.Performs daily inspections, pre-operation checks, and preventive maintenance (PM) on all assigned heavy equipment and reports any mechanical issues or damage to supervision immediately.


4.Loads and unloads waste materials in accordance with Company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations.


5.Offloads and checks in inbound waste streams, ensuring all documentation and manifests accurately match materials received.


6.Monitors and operates assigned equipment safely and efficiently to maintain production flow and prevent downtime.


7.Uses proper tools and equipment to obtain samples of materials for analysis and compatibility testing.


8.Keeps equipment and work areas clean, organized, and free from debris or obstructions.


9.Understands and applies the company's labeling, coding, and container management systems.


10.Wears and maintains appropriate PPE at all times, including boots, gloves, suits, and eye/ear protection.


11.Assists with shoveling, sweeping, and general cleanup duties as necessary to maintain a safe and organized work environment.


12.Performs any other duties or operates any additional equipment as assigned by the Plant Manager or Supervisor, no equipment is off limits when properly trained and authorized.


REQUIREMENTS


1-3 years of shipping receiving and warehouse experience
High School Diploma/GED
Able to operate heavy equipment/forklift
Ability to work well with others
PHYSICAL DEMANDS


Lift up to 75 lbs
Climbing/Balance/bending/stooping/crawling
Standing/Sitting
Pushing/Pulling
Use of power tools

Our Commitment to Fair Hiring:

HireQuest does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or other legally protected group status in making hiring or employment decisions.


We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, industries, and abilities to join our team. HireQuest is a global workforce solutions provider offering everything from on-demand staffing to executive recruiting through our core brands: HireQuest Direct, MRINetwork, Snelling, and TradeCorp. Recognized by SIA as one of the "Largest Staffing Firms" and "Fastest Growing Staffing Firms," we take pride in building inclusive teams. To ensure every applicant has a positive experience, our hiring and interview process is designed to meet diverse needs. If you require a reasonable accommodation during your application or interview, please contact [email protected] .