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Waste Connections

Loader Operator

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What they do

An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.

$63,302 / year median in California

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

Quackenbush Resource, a Waste Connections Company, is currently hiring for a full time Equipment Operator to work out of our site in Clearlake, CA ! Schedule is Monday through Saturday, 7AM-4PM . Starting pay is $20 per hour . The pay range for this job category is $20-$24 per hour.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Ability to efficiently operate screeners, loaders, excavator and other equipment as needed. Assists with the scale house as needed. 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 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. Minimum 1 year of operating experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Basic knowledge of computer skills. Apply today and Connect with Your Future!
We offer excellent benefits including:
medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement. Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.