Heavy Equipment Operator

Central Transfer & Recycle Center (CRC), a Waste Connections company, is seeking a highly motivated and safety-driven Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team at the Central Transfer Station in Vancouver, WA.

Pay

$28.00/hour, increasing to $29.00/hour after 90 days pending a positive performance review.

Schedule

• Wednesday–Sunday
• Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
• Saturday, Sunday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Safety Sensitive: Yes

Responsibilities

• Efficiently and safely operate 938 CAT Loader, 308 CAT Excavator, Forklift, Backhoe, Yard Truck, and 53ft chassis/Trailer.
• Perform routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles, such as checking oil, water, and tires.
• Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Promote continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 500 hours of Heavy Equipment Operating experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Experience operating 938 CAT Loader, 308 CAT Excavator, Forklift, Backhoe, Yard Truck, and 53ft chassis/Trailer.
• Heavy Equipment Operating certification from an accredited trade school preferred.
• Basic knowledge of computer skills.
• Knowledge of light and heavy equipment operation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of basic vehicle inspection and maintenance, including tire pressure, checking oil, and water levels.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Pre-employment requirements include drug panel screening, motor vehicle report, and criminal background check.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Extensive physical activity requiring strenuous physical work.
• Heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects over 50 pounds.
• Work environment involves exposure to hazards or physical risks, requiring adherence to basic safety precautions.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment is required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending account.
• Long-term and short-term disability.
• Life insurance.
• 401K retirement plan.
• Unlimited opportunities for career growth.

Learn more about our benefits.