Landfill Heavy Equip Operator

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Job Req ID: 3874

Date: Aug 30, 2024

Tradebe Site: Tradebe Baton Rouge

Location:

Baton Rouge, LA, US, 70807

Department: Operations

Business Line: Environmental Services & Global Functions

Landfill Heavy Equip Operator

Description:

Tradebe Environmental Services is a global leader in environmental services with US Headquarters in Merrillville, IN. Tradebe was founded in 1984 with the vision of helping industrial and chemical companies manage the increasing complexity of the waste they generate, ensuring safety for the people and the environment. Today, we continue to innovate and evolve as we maintain our firm commitment to propelling the circular economy and creating a more sustainable world. We actively contribute by managing all kinds of environmental liabilities in a safe and sustainable manner, focusing on reusing or recycling raw materials and energy, and being dedicated to meeting our customers' environmental goals. In the United States, Tradebe Environmental Services has 30 sites and serves customers from a broad range of markets, from petrochemicals to aerospace and hospitals, with unparalleled safety and quality standards.

Job description

The Landfill Equipment Operator operates a wide variety of heavy machines and vehicles that perform the spreading and compaction of industrial waste disposed on-site. The Landfill Equipment Operator will reports to the Operations Superintendent as well as receive regular, daily instruction from the Landfill Manager.

Key job responsibilities

• Performing routine assignments in the safe operation of heavy equipment used in landfill operations and maintenance, as well as general civil work construction and maintenance;

• Successfully operate a variety of heavy-duty equipment with considerable care and attention as well as experience (i.e. motor graders, bulldozers, heavy compactors, loaders, excavators, back-hoes, trucks);

• Prepare, maintain and present work order, equipment maintenance and safety reports as required;

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in landfill operations highly preferred.

• Considerable skills in the safe operation and use of heavy construction and trucking equipment typically used for landfills and other civil works;

• Exhibit initiative and responsibility as well as an understanding of the capabilities of the equipment being operated;

• Knowledge, skill and ability in the oepration, maintenance and service of equipment at the work site, or when the equipment is in the shop for repair, servicing and/or maintenance;

• Ability to carry out written or oral instructions;

• Formal trade school training in the operation of heavy construction and trucking equipment is desirable.

• High school degree or GED

• Previous experience operating heavy equipment including bulldozers, heavy compactors, loaders, excavators, back-hoes, trucks

• 3-5 years experience in landfill operations highly preferred

Physical Requirements

• Walking

• Standing

• Crawling

• Kneeling

• Lifting

• Reaching

• Pushing

• Pulling

Why Tradebe is Right for You

• Competitive pay and benefits

• Student loan repayment assistance

• Generous vacation and sick plans

• Medical (including telehealth), dental and vision

• 401k Retirement match

• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

• Health savings accounts (HSA)

• Agency paid, basic life and AD&D insurance

• Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities

• Leadership opportunities

• Great work environment and culture

• And MORE!

Tradebe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law

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Nearest Major Market: Baton Rouge