Equipment Operator

Job TitleSynagro 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 off10 HolidaysMedical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire)Health Saving Account (HSA) with company matchFlexible Spending Account (FSA)401(k) with company match (fully vested upon hire)Career growth and promotional opportunitiesTuition ReimbursementJOB SUMMARY Responsible for being the lead person of an operations team for assigned projects or work events. Performing or directing performance of the inspecting, maintenance, control process and operation of dredging and dewatering equipment.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIESAbility to lead and mentor othersServe as a brand advocate and ambassador in every interaction with clients and the publicConduct daily inspections and perform preventative maintenance on the truck/equipmentComply with all DOT, state, local and in-house regulations, procedures, and rulesPerform loading, unloading, and timely delivery of material to assigned/approved destinationTravel from job site to job site or plant to job site. May involve overnight travelPerform shop clean up, maintenance, and equipment/tools setupMaintain operation records and enforce and maintain standard safety proceduresKNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIESAbility to operate in confined spaces, including digester, storage tanks and holding tanksAbility to work varying shifts, overtime hours and/or weekend duties, including overnight stay, and travelCommunication skills – verbal and writtenAbility to operate heavy or agricultural equipment in a safe manner and perform basic maintenance of truck/equipment and process strong mechanical and electrical aptitudeDemonstrated strong interpersonal, problem solving and relationship building skillsAbility to prioritize and multi-taskAbility to work in a fast-paced environmental, process work rapidly, set priorities, work under pressure and follow through with assigned tasksProcesses and system orientedEDUCATION/EXPERIENCESMinimum High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)Minimum of 2 years' experienceValid Driver's LicenseExperience in making minor repairs and adjustments to operating equipmentExperience in computer operation and electronic controlsSafe driving record: No serious tickets or accidents in last 5 years or DWI/DUI in last 10 yearsWORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSTalking, Hearing, Seeing, Visual, Pulling, Pushing, Grasping, Stooping, Crawling, Kneeling, Climbing, and Lifting up to 50-100 lbsThe worker is subject to both environmental conditions: Activities occur inside and out.The worker is subjected to extreme heat: Temperatures above 100 degrees for periods of more than hourThe worker is required to function in narrow aisles or passageways.Salary Range: $20.00-$23.00 per hour (commensurate with experience)AA/EOE/M/F/D/VWe thank all individuals for their interest in Synagro however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.