Heavy Equipment Operator

Full Time
Sun Valley, CA 91352
$24.15 - $26.15 an hour
Posted
Job description

Position Summary:

Operate a variety of heavy equipment vehicles that spread, organize and feed the facility's conveyor system and transfer trailers. Material includes a combination of recyclables, commercial and residential waste as well as construction and demolition materials.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Efficiently and safety operate wheel loaders to load transfer trailers and feed conveyors. Operate wheel loaders in a manner that does not endanger personnel or equipment, and that complies with the company's operating and safety policies.
  • Keep tipping floor material safely arranged to allow easy loading of trailers and conveyor system, as well as creating space for newly arrived material.
  • Ensure proper care and use of equipment.
  • Perform pre/post operation inspections and preventive maintenance checks. Maintains accurate records.
  • Ensure proper attire is worn at all times, including closed-toed shoes, and personal protective equipment (safety vests, safety goggles, gloves, dust masks).
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma and/or GED.
  • Ability to perform physical requirements of the job -- prolonged sitting, constant climbing up/down the loader and able to turn neck and shoulder back and forth.
  • Ability to distinguish between various recyclable materials.
  • Must have good hand-eye coordination.
  • Safety conscious.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Valid driver's license.

· 4+ years of previous experience.

Physical/Environmental Demands:

· Physical:

o Standing, walking, sitting, seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously.

o Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, concentration, & interpersonal abilities continuously.

o Eye/hand coordination, handling, & wrist motion continuously.

· Environmental:

o Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet/hot conditions, & noise continuously.

o Works outside & inside.

Benefits:

· Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision

· 401K, Profit Sharing & Match

· Employee Assistance Program

· Life Insurance

· Paid Vacation and Sick Time

· Recognition programs

· Professional development learning

Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO/M/F/disability/veteran

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.15 - $26.15 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Overtime
  • Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

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