Heavy Equipment Operator

Veolia

Heavy Equipment Operator

Latham, NY +2 locations
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    BENEFITS

    Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

    Position Purpose:
    Responsible for maintaining and operating heavy equipment used in operations, including backhoes, dozers, and front end loaders, used in earth moving operations and/or industrial settings. Work duties may require minor mechanical maintenance and repairs.

    Primary Duties /Responsibilities:

    • Ability to operate heavy, power driven equipment to increase efficiency and productivity
    • Maintain and repair heavy, power driven equipment
    • Ability to clearly and concisely communicate site conditions or changes in conditions to management/supervisor
    • Other duties as assigned.
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    Education / Experience / Background:

    • A High School Diploma or equivalent
    • 3 to 4 years in the hazardous waste industry or related work experience preferred.

    Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

    • Operational characteristics of a variety of heavy, power driven equipment
    • Maintenance requirements of heavy, power driven equipment
    • Methods used in general construction and maintenance work
    • Understanding of occupational hazards and safe work practices

    Required Certification / Licenses / Training:

    • Local City or County Heavy Equipment Certification

    Additional Information

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

    Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

  • Industry
    Biotechnology
  • Locations
    Louisiana, MO • Latham, NY • Sarver, PA