Job Details

Waste Connectionsis searching for our next All-StarHeavy Equipment Operatorto join us atWest Van Materials Recovery Center(6601 NW Old Lower River Rd, Vancouver, WA 98660).

Starting rate of pay is$29.00/HR

Schedule is:

• Tuesday - Friday10:00 AM - 6:30 PM (or until close)
• Saturday7:30 AM - 4:00 PM (or until close)

Safety Sensitive: Yes

Qualified candidates must haveFront End Loader,Excavator,Yard Truckand Trailer experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• REQUIRES ability to efficiently & safely operateFront End Loader,Excavator,Yard Truckand Trailer.Compactorexperience preferred.
• Performs routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles such as checking oil, water, and tires.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work;heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment is required.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of light and heavy equipment operation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of basicvehicle inspectionand maintenance including tire pressure, checking oil and water levels.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 500-hoursofHeavy Equipment Operatingexperience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Heavy Equipment Operating certificationfrom an accredited trade schoolpreferred.
• Basic knowledge of computer skills.
• Pre-employment requirements for this safety sensitive position include drug panel screening, motor vehicle report, & criminal background check.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Yearly Safety Bonuses
• Yearly Boot Allowance
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Paid Time off
• 401k Program
• Year Round Full Time Stable work

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application atwww.wasteconnections.com.

Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.

We offer excellent benefits including:medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirementand unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

Wage range is $29.00-$29.00/HR