Athens Services

Heavy Equipment Operator - MRF

Irwindale MRF Full time

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.

Job Description

  • 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: 

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

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

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

Environmental: 

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

  • Works outside & inside. 

Salary: $26.09 - $28.84

Benefits:

  • Competitive wages
  • Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401K
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Time
  • Career plan
  • Recognition programs
  • Professional development learning
  • An exceptional work environment

 

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