Heavy Equipment Operator, Longview, Washington - Waste Connections : Job Details

Waste Control, a Waste Connections company is looking to hire a full time, year-roundHeavy Equipment Operatorat our MRF in Longview, Washington.The Starting rate of pay is $25.11/HR.The Schedule will be:Monday thru Friday 10:30 am until 9 pm.Front loader, excavator and forklift experience RequiredSafety sensitive. Yes?What we offer to you:YearlySafetyBonusesYearly Boot allowancesCompetitive compensationPerformance-based career growth potentialMedical, dental, vision insurance plansIncome Protection Plans (Life Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability)401(k)Flexible Spending AccountEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Emergency Travel AssistancePrepaid Legal PlanDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Performs routine inspection and maintenance on Equipment such as checking oil, water, and tires.Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.Promotes continuous improvement ofworkplace safetyand environmental practices.Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.Works well with the publicWORKING 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 such asFront End Loader, Fork Lift, and other Heavy Equipment.Knowledge of basic computer skills.Knowledge of light andheavy equipment operationand maintenance.Knowledge of basicvehicle inspectionand maintenance including tire pressure, checking oil and water levels.Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at www.careers.wasteconnections.com.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: 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 for Current and New Hires is $25.11-29.00/HR