Heavy Equipment Operator - Landfill

GFL Environmental seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator for its landfill in Hazen, AR. Responsibilities include operating heavy equipment, performing maintenance checks, and ensuring site cleanliness. Candidates should possess a high school diploma (preferred but not required) and forklift certification. The position offers benefits such as paid time off, medical plans, and a 401(k) with employer match. This is a full-time, on-site role.
About the position

GFL Environmental is one of North America's leading waste management companies, proudly making communities cleaner, safer, and happier through first-class service. Working for GFL is more than a job - it's an opportunity to grow in your career, make new friends, and make a difference each day! Our employees are affectionately known as team green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE!

Responsibilities
• Safely operate various equipment including excavator, front loader, bulldozer, or other heavy equipment.
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• Operate necessary equipment to bale and load waste or other material into trailers.
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• Perform inspection and maintenance checks of equipment daily.
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• Grease/lubricate equipment, check and add fluids to equipment daily.
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• Steer, guide and/or drive the equipment at the assigned site.
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• Substitute for another operator if someone is absent from the work crew or as needed.
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• Clean trash from tracks of heavy equipment by pulling and/or cutting material away from tracks and gear mechanisms at least once daily.
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• Use a two-way radio to communicate with co-workers regarding work activities and priorities.
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• Conform to applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
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• Maintain appearance of the grounds and facility.
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• Attend safety and branch meetings.
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• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired, but not required.
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• Completion of forklift certification.
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• Ability to obtain Transfer Station/Landfill Operations Certification if needed.

Nice-to-haves

Benefits
• 15 days of paid time off
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• 4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program, dental, and vision coverage.
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• 401(k) with an employer match
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• Paid holidays
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• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.