Equipment Operator

Reworld Waste•Birmingham, AL

About The Position

As an Equipment Operator/Maintenance, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient processing of inbound materials, refuse of various forms through Reworld’ s industrial disposal process and maintenance of the equipment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred
A minimum of 2-4 years of experience in a heavy industrial/manufacturing environment
Heavy equipment operator skills
Current valid driver's license required, CDL license is a plus
Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb
Ability to lift/carry 50lbs
Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces
Qualify to wear a full-face respirator
Consistently work in various weather conditions
This position works on an 8-hour shift and must be able to work occasional extended shifts, weekends and some holidays.

Responsibilities

Receive and process inbound materials, through the safe operation of various types of industrial equipment, such as: forklift, track hoe, skid steer, vacuum truck, tanker truck, roll-off truck, walking floor trailer, pressure washer, material handling equipment, and various hand tools
Receive, weigh, unpack, and label containers, as necessary
Safely operate industrial equipment to consolidate dumped refuse on the tipping floor
Follow defined industrial and manufacturing good housekeeping practices at all Covanta facilities and within assigned work areas
Exterior site maintenance and improvement, as needed, which includes litter collection, painting, snow removal and ice prevention
Traffic Control for incoming/outgoing traffic
Perform preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance for industrial equipment and machines and keep equipment service records.
Repair and replace damaged or worn parts to braking system, engines, fuel system, power train, electrical system and hydraulic system.
Repair and replace damaged or worn parts to industrial shredder system, conveyors, and auxiliary systems.
Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers’ specifications.
Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects.
Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
Maintain & update parts inventory list for service/repairs, preventive maintenance and/or corrective maintenance.
Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on all facility vehicles and operational equipment to ensure that efficient and safe operations.
Operate, adjust, and maintain industrial machinery, using control and regulating devices.
Additional duties as assigned to ensure safe and efficient facility operations.