Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer

Quackenbush Resource, a Waste Connections Company, is currently hiring for a full time Equipment Operator/Laborer to work out of our site in Clearlake, CA!

Schedule varies, maintaining a 40 hour work week with Thursdays and Sundays off. Mondays will be onsite in Lakeport, CA.

Starting pay is $20 per hour. The pay range for this job category is $20-$24 per hour.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to efficiently operate screeners, loaders, excavator and other equipment as needed.

• Assists in the scale house, greeting customers and data entry in the computer system.

• Performs routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles such as checking oil, water, and tires.

• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.

• Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

• Sorting trash from green waste loads.

• General laborer duties as assigned.

• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

WORKING 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.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum 1 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

• Basic knowledge of computer skills is required.

• Ability to operate heavy equipment is required.

• Knowledge of light and heavy equipment operation and maintenance.

• Knowledge of basic vehicle inspection and maintenance including tire pressure, checking oil and water levels.

• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.

What you'll get from us:

• Competitive Compensation

• 401(K) with company match; let us help you save for your future

• Healthcare; Medical, Dental, Vision

• Perks, perks, perks! Employee Assistance Mental Health Program, Emergency Travel Assistance, Prepaid Legal Plan, Scholarship Opportunities for kids, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Relief Fund

• Insurance: Life, Short Term/Long Term Disability

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.