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Heavy Equipment Operator - Landfill

Tharp Consulting · Nashville, TN · Today
ManagementFull-time

About the role

Operate heavy machinery such as bulldozers, scrapers, and front-end loaders at waste management facilities. Conduct routine inspections, perform preventative maintenance, move materials, and adhere to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

  • Safely operate heavy equipment including bulldozers, scrapers, and front-end loaders
  • Conduct routine inspections and perform preventative maintenance on machinery
  • Move materials efficiently and effectively
  • Follow and uphold all safety protocols and standard operating procedures

Requirements

  • At least 3 years of heavy equipment operating experience
  • Legal eligibility to work in the U.S.
  • Pass pre-employment drug and physical tests
  • Proficiency in operating heavy machinery
  • Physical capability to perform job duties, including coordination and occasional lifting
  • Ability to work independently, take accountability, communicate effectively, and solve problems

Physical demands

  • Good coordination and ability to operate machinery safely
  • Occasional lifting required
  • Exposure to environmental elements at landfill or recycling sites

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid time off
  • Training and career development opportunities

Schedule

Primarily Monday to Friday, with occasional weekends. Based at a landfill or recycling site.

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