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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. We are looking for a safety minded Heavy Equipment Operator to join the team.

Starting rate of pay is $28.00/HR.

Hours will be Monday, Tuesday and -Friday 10am-6:30pm, and Saturday and Sunday 6am-4:30Pm with (Wednesday and Thursday off).

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

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to efficiently operate 938 CAT Front End Loader, Excavator, Backhoe, Forklifts and Kalamar Yard Truck with 48 foot Trailer (Onsite Only), and 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 1+ year of 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.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.

Washington State Wage Range is $28.00-30.00/HR for New and existing employees.