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Compost Equipment Operator (Grinder/ Shredder) - $29/ hour

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Circular Services

Gonzales, CA (In Person)

$60,320 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 5/31/2026

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Compost Equipment Operator (Grinder/ Shredder) - $29/ hour Circular Services - 5.0 Gonzales, CA Job Details Full-time $29 an hour 3 days ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Grinding machine operation Outdoor work Routine inspections OSHA 10 High school diploma or GED Driver's License Industrial equipment Machine minor repairs Load & unload Full Job Description Heavy Equipment Operator - Must have grinder and shredder equipment experience
Pay:
$29/ hour
About Circular Services:
Circular Services is a leading developer and operator of circular economy infrastructure and services and the largest private recycling company in the U.S. with operations across the country. We help businesses and municipalities reduce and divert waste, lowering disposal costs and fueling local supply chains by ensuring materials are recovered, recycled, and reused. "Formerly known as Atlas Organics, a generate upcycle company" About the
Role:
The Heavy Equipment Operator will safely operate multiple pieces of heavy equipment, such as grinders, excavator and shredders to manufacture compost and other soil amendments.
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance 401
K Matching FSA Paid Parental Leave Vacation & Sick Time Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Responsibilities:
Safely operate heavy equipment to move materials and feed shredders, grinders, and screens Load products onto roll-off containers or walking-floor trailers Complete and upload daily production reports Perform routine equipment checks and basic maintenance Keep the work area clean, organized, and hazard-free Follow all safety rules and report concerns immediately Work collaboratively with drivers, operators, and team members Participate in training to build skills and improve performance Take on other duties as needed to support operations
Minimum Job Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED State issued driver's license Three (3) or more years of experience with heady equipment required Ability to operate equipment with precision for loading, lifting, and transporting materials, safely and efficiently Conduct pre-operation inspections and perform minor maintenance Knowledge of load capacities, center of gravity, and safe lifting techniques to prevent tipping or equipment damage Identifying common mechanical issues and reporting malfunctions or damage for repairs
Preferred Job Qualifications:
OSHA 10 or higher certificate One (1) year or more years of experience operating grinders and/or shredders Experience in the compost industry preferred Advanced knowledge of federal, state, and local job site health and safety rules, regulations, and best practices Strong understanding of surroundings to operate safely near workers, vehicles, and obstacles Communicate effectively with team members and external customers Ability to quickly adjust methods or paths based on terrain, obstructions, or material behavior Committed to maintaining productivity and safety
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
Normal work environment is outdoors, with exposure to all weather conditions, dirt, high levels of noise, smells/odors and at times exposure to dangerous and/or toxic substances requiring necessary precautions, including PPE. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
EEOC:
Circular Services is an
Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind:
Circular Services is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Circular Services are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Circular Services will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Hours can range from Monday-Friday, 7am-7pm, including weekends, with some variations per business demands
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$29.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Experience:
grinder: 1 year (Preferred) shredder: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person

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