Synagro

Equipment Operator


PayCompetitive
LocationPunta Gorda/Florida
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: OPERA003575

      JOB SUMMARY
      Performs various project work which requires safely operating vehicles and a variety of heavy/agricultural equipment that may include, but not limited to; front end loader, belt press, centrifuge, dredger, spreader box, excavator, terragator, and road tractor.

      ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
      1. Operate truck/equipment in a safe manner at all times
      2. Perform loading, unloading, and timely delivery of material to
      assigned/approved destination
      3. Clean bio-solids off truck/equipment before leaving the field site or landfill
      4. Serve as a brand advocate and ambassador in every interaction with clients and
      the public
      5. Conduct daily inspections and perform preventative maintenance on the
      truck/equipment
      6. Perform shop clean up, maintenance, and equipment/tools setup
      7. Maintain operation records

      KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
      1. Communication skills – verbal and written
      2. Ability to operate heavy or agricultural equipment in a safe manner
      3. Ability to perform basic math
      4. Mechanical and electrical aptitude
      5. Ability to follow directions

      EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
      1. High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
      2. Valid Drivers’ License
      3. Minimum 3 years commercial driving/heavy or agricultural equipment
      experience preferred
      4. Safe driving record: No serious tickets or accidents in last 5 years or DWI/DUI in
      last 10 years

      WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
      1. Sitting, Climbing, Balancing, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Fingering, Feeling,
      Lifting up to 50 lbs., Talking, Hearing, and Seeing
      2. The worker is subject to confined spaces
      3. The worker is subject to outside environmental conditions: No effective
      protection from weather
      4. The worker is subject atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following
      conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: Fumes, odors, dusts,
      mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
      5. The worker is subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions such
      as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current,
      working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to
      bio-solids
      6. This position requires overtime

      The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all essential job functions, knowledge, skills, abilities, efforts, and physical or working conditions associated with a position.

      AA/EOE/M/F/D/V

      We thank all individuals for their interest in Synagro however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

      Qualifications

      Education

      Preferred

      High School

  • About the company

      We harness the power of proven technologies to create sustainable solutions for the natural waste challenges generated by civic and commercial growth.