Equipment Operator, seasonal
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Synagro partners with stakeholders to clean our water, protect our environment and serve our communities by generating worth from what others consider waste. We work to protect the health of our water, our Earth and those who depend on them now and in the future. Synagro takes pride in having zero layoffs during the pandemic and the business continues to thrive during difficult times.JOB SUMMARYPerforms 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/RESPONSIBILITIES1. Operate truck/equipment in a safe manner at all times2. Perform loading, unloading, and timely delivery of material to assigned/approved destination3. Travel from job site to job site or plant to job site. May involve overnight travel4. Clean bio-solids off truck/equipment before leaving the field site or landfill5. Serve as a brand advocate and ambassador in every interaction with clients and the public6. Conduct daily inspections and perform preventative maintenance on the truck/equipment7. Perform shop clean up, maintenance, and equipment/tools setup8. Maintain operation recordsKNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES1. Communication skills - verbal and written2. Ability to operate heavy or agricultural equipment in a safe manner3. Ability to perform basic math4. Efficiently operate and use smart phone5. Mechanical and electrical aptitude6. Ability to follow directions7. Ability to travelEDUCATION & EXPERIENCE1. High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)2. Valid Drivers' License3. Minimum 2 years of project work experience preferred4. Minimum 3 years commercial driving/heavy or agricultural equipment experience preferred5. Safe driving record: No serious tickets or accidents in last 5 years or DWI/DUI in last 10 yearsWORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS1. Sitting, Climbing, Balancing, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Fingering, Feeling, Lifting up to 50 lbs., Talking, Hearing, and Seeing2. The worker is subject to confined spaces3. The worker is subject to outside environmental conditions: No effective protection from weather4. 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-solids6. This position requires travel and overtimeThe 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/VWe thank all individuals for their interest in Synagro however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.