Job Description
Description
Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.
When you join Rumpke, you'll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.
This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!
Small Equipment Operators are responsible for operating equipment including, but not limited to, paper balers, bobcats, and forklifts to transport or bind paper or loose materials to facilitate handling as well as load or unload materials into trailers and/or railcars.
Responsibilities of Position:
Perform safe driving practices while transporting, loading, and unloading loose or baled materials and always operate equipment in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and Company policies
Safely stack baled material in a manner that does not endanger personnel, equipment, or materials
Organize and secure the stored materials in accordance with policy
Conduct pre-trip/post-trip inspections on equipment and complete necessary forms
Perform routine maintenance on equipment, (i.e., lubricating, fueling, and cleaning equipment)
Monitor for signs of unacceptable material
Weigh, tag, log, and prepare baled materials for transport
Professionally interact with internal and external customers
Clean waste from equipment body and wheels throughout the day
Perform other duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibility:
This position will not manage employees
Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:
Ability to maneuver equipment through tight areas with high equipment and pedestrian traffic
Ability to pass a written and operational test to be certified to operate a forklift and bobcat
Good verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers
Must be able to read and speak the English language well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, directions, traffic signs, signals, and safety training
Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position:
Previous experience operating equipment preferred
Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday:
Continuously lifting/carrying a max of 10 lbs
Frequently lifting/carrying a max of 35 lbs
Occasionally lifting/carrying a max of 50 lbs
Rarely lifting/carrying a max of 100 lbs
Occasionally pushing/pulling a max of 50 lbs
Rarely pushing/pulling a max of 100 lbs
Continuously working outside in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions
Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter
Continuously stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling
Continuously climbing and/or balancing
Continuously sitting/standing/walking
Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:
Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas
Exposure to residential and commercial waste
Ability to travel between offices, as required
Ability to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed
Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays
Legally eligible to work in the United States
Valid driver's license (if applicable)
Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
Must be able to read and speak the English language
This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish an employment contract and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.
Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke's policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Qualifications
Education
High School (preferred)
General Education Diploma (preferred)
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
