Heavy Equipment Operator

Recycle Minnesota is looking for a safety-oriented and experienced  Heavy Equipment Operator  to join our growing team in  Lakeville, MN.

Pay $26-$30 per hour depending on experience.

WHY YOU NEED TO JOIN US :

CULTURE : It’s a Great place to work! We work in an environment where empowered, self directed All-stars know what they do is important.

INTEGRITY : Our definition is “saying what you will do and then doing it!” We keep our promises to our customers and our employees.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Ability to efficiently operate bulldozers, wheel loaders, motor grader, scraper. Compactor experience preferred, but not required.

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.

Littler pick-up

Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

A typical schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, 45 -50 hour work week.

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 basic vehicle inspection and 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.

1 year of  Front End Loader experience  and responsibilities specified.

Basic knowledge of computer skills.

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at www.careers.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 retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".