Senior Heavy Equipment Operator Inova Staffing Services - 3.4 Valley View, OH Job Details Full-time 2 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Front-end loaders Bulldozers Mechanical excavators Organizational skills Loader operation Construction experience Material handling equipment operation Demolition Waste transport Full Job Description Leadership Growth Opportunity Waste/Recyling Industry | Valley View, OH Area Direct Hire | Full-Time | 1st Shift We're looking for an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator who takes pride in running equipment safely, keeping operations moving, and naturally stepping up to help lead a team. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys being hands-on but is ready for the next step in their career. You'll start as a senior operator while working alongside operations leadership, with the opportunity to grow into a Crew Lead role as you learn the operation. If you're the type of operator who notices problems before they become issues, helps coworkers stay productive, and enjoys taking ownership of your work, we'd like to talk with you. Schedule Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM Occasional Saturday mornings (not every week) Benefits Competitive hourly pay based on experience Annual bonus and performance review Healthcare benefits Paid Time Off Direct Hire What You'll Do Heavy Equipment Operation Operate a

CAT 950M

wheel loader throughout the recycling yard. Direct incoming trucks to the appropriate unloading areas. Move and organize recyclable materials efficiently and safely. Transport commodity containers throughout the facility. Complete daily equipment inspections, fluid checks, and greasing. Leadership Development Work closely with operations leadership while learning the day-to-day flow of the recycling yard. Help coordinate daily activities with fellow equipment operators. Lead by example through safety, productivity, and communication. Assist with keeping equipment and work areas operating efficiently. Develop into a Crew Lead responsible for helping coordinate a team of heavy equipment operators. Documentation Complete daily paperwork for incoming and outgoing material. Record commodity types and quantities. Maintain daily operational documentation. Communicate with dispatch using a two-way radio as needed. Equipment You'll work with a modern fleet of CAT equipment including:

CAT 950M

Wheel Loader Excavators Dozers Compactors What We're Looking For Required Experience operating heavy equipment, including wheel loaders. Working knowledge of loaders, excavators, and dozers. Ability to complete daily documentation accurately. Strong communication and organizational skills. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities change throughout the day. Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment. Required equipment certifications/licenses where applicable. Preferred Recycling, landfill, demolition, construction, or aggregate experience. Experience helping train or mentor other operators. Experience operating grapples and magnets. Previous lead operator or informal leadership experience. Who Will Be Successful The best fit is someone who is dependable, takes ownership, and naturally helps those around them succeed. You don't need years of formal supervisory experience—we're looking for someone with solid heavy equipment experience who has the attitude and initiative to grow into a leadership role. Inova Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer #

OMBC Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person