Heavy Equipment Operator - Residue

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

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About the role

The Heavy Equipment Operator position, reports to the Residue Supervisor and will also receive direction from the Lead Equipment Operator. The duties of an Equipment Operator include the safe and efficient operation of all equipment associated with the Residue System, Ferrous Recovery System, and the movement of material throughout the Facility. All system operational duties must be performed in accordance with established Residue Systems procedures.

Position Responsibilities:

* Receive and process materials, through the safe operation of various types of industrial equipment, such as: forklift, front end loader, skid steer, vacuum truck, roll-off truck, walking floor trailer, pressure washer, material handling equipment, conveyor systems, and various hand tools

* Traffic Control for incoming/outgoing traffic

* Assist facility mechanic(s) with equipment repairs; taking appropriate action on their own initiative to prevent equipment damage or personnel injury.

* Maintaining the highest standards of housekeeping, performing preventative maintenance tasks, assisting with, and performing minor equipment repair work, handling municipal solid waste and solid waste residue in accordance with standard operating procedures, and painting and cleaning as required.

Position Requirements & Qualifications:

* High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred

- Reworld offers GED Works - a fully funded program for employees to achieve their GED.

* A minimum of 1 year experience operating industrial heavy equipment such as Front -end Loader

* Ability to demonstrate how your actions support Reworld Values and Behaviors, including Safe and Inclusive Workplace, Delivering Results through Trust and Building Breakthrough Capabilities.

Physical Demands of the Role:

* Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb

* Ability to lift/carry 50lbs

* Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces

* Qualify to wear a full-face respirator

* Consistently work in various weather conditions

Shift Work:

Position works a 12-hour night shift (rotating schedule covering both weekdays and weekends). Training will take place on day shift. Must have flexibility to alternate schedules based on business needs.

What Reworld Offers You:

* Health Care Benefits - start 1st day of employment

* Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards

* 401k - match up to 7%

* Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday)

* Paid Parental Leave

* Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits

* Tuition Reimbursement

* Employee Referral Bonus

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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