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Waste Connections in Vancouver, WA is looking to hire a full-time year-round Heavy Equipment Operator at our Transfer station in Vancouver, Washington.

Starting rate of pay is $29.00/HR

Hours will be Tuesday-Saturday (Tuesday-Friday 8am-4:30pm, And Saturday 7:30am-4:30Pm)

Qualified candidates must have Front End Loader, Excavator and Yard Truck and trailer Experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ability to efficiently operate Front End Loader, Excavator and Yard Truck and Trailer. Compactor experience preferred .

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 500 hours of operating experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Basic knowledge of computer skills.

What we offer:

Yearly Safety Bonuses

Yearly Boot Allowance

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Paid Time off

401k Program

Year Round Full Time Stable work

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To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at www.careers.wasteconnections.com . Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.

We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future". A link to our benefits overview can be found here: https://careers.wasteconnections.com/why-waste-connections

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

Washingoton state wage range is $29-32.00/HR