Equipment Operator Job at GFL Environmental, Shawnee, OK

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  • GFL Environmental
  • Shawnee, OK

Job Description

Safely operate and/or have the ability to operate various equipment including forklift bobcat backhoe track hoe compactor and/or steer equipment to bale load and move waste material.

At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!

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!

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

Overview:

GFL Environmental is one of North Americas leading waste management companies proudly making communities cleaner safer and happier through first-class service. Working for GFL is more than a job its an opportunity to grow in your career make new friends and make a difference each day.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate necessary equipment to bale and load waste or other material into trailers.

Perform inspection and maintenance checks of equipment daily.

Grease/lubricate equipment check and add fluids to equipment daily.

Operator will steer guide and or drive the above listed equipment at the assigned site if the equipment is used at the particular site(s) using steering wheel shifters levers buttons and pedals.

Operator will substitute for another operator if someone is absent from the work crew or as needed/required.

Operator will clean trash from tracks of heavy equipment by pulling and or cutting material away from tracks and gear mechanisms at least once daily or more if needed.

Operator will use a two-way radio to communicate with co-workers in the field and or office regarding work activities Requirements: and priorities for the work day.

Conform in all respects with applicable federal state/provincial and local laws regulations ordinances and other orders and to all company policies procedures and directives from supervisors.

Maintain appearance of the grounds and facility.

Attend safety and branch meetings.

Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired but not required.

Completion of forklift certification.

Ability to obtain Transfer Station/Landfill Operations Certification if needed.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Demonstrate ability to follow instructions and work under little supervision.

Apply commonsense understanding to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in a standardized setting.

Ability to perform the four basic functions of math and to be able to read and understand the meaning of equipment gauges.

Must have the ability to read speak understand and write the English language.

Must be able to frequently lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds.

Physical/Mental Demands:

Ability to stand sit walk use hands and fingers reach stoop kneel crouch crawl talk hear climb balance taste and smell.

Visual Requirements: include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Must be able to frequently lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions:

Constantly exposed to loud noise humidity outside weather conditions moving mechanical parts vibration toxic and caustic chemicals fumes and airborne particles.

Work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Work in outdoor environment inside heavy equipment covered cab but exposed to all weather conditions except lightning storms.

Occasionally work in high precarious places.

Work in outdoor environment 100% of the time.

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We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all without regard to race religion color national origin citizenship sex sexual orientation gender identity age veteran status disability genetic information or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position please contact

Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Local area

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