Heavy Equipment Operator
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Derwood
Posted on: April 28, 2024
Job Description:
Who we areFor more than 40 years, Covanta has been at the
forefront of sustainable materials management, providing companies
and communities world-class waste and resource solutions.Through
our diverse and scalable full-service capabilities, we're leading
the charge to a carbon-negative future-reducing, reusing, recycling
and reimagining waste for the benefit of both people and planet.Our
differentiator comes from our vast ecosystem of technology,
facilities, and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest
organizations to solve their most pressing environmental
challenges, and achieve their most ambitious environmental, social,
and governance (ESG) goals.All that we're missing is you. Join us
today!!Our valuesDiversity, inclusivity, engagement-these are the
values that help us foster a strong sense of community within
Covanta. By embracing the unique talents, perspectives, and
experiences of our employees, we cultivate an environment that
embraces teamwork, encourages open dialogue, and provides
opportunities for growth.About the roleReporting to the Shift
Supervisor, the Heavy Equipment Operator will be responsible for
the safe and efficient movement of inbound and outbound materials
in various forms through Reworld' s industrial disposal process
using a front end loader, backhoe, excavator, etc.Position
Responsibilities:
- Safely operate industrial equipment to consolidate dumped
refuse on the tipping floor through the safe operation of various
types of industrial equipment, such as: track hoe, skid steer,
backhoe, excavator, etc.
- Follow defined industrial and manufacturing good housekeeping
practices at all Covanta facilities and within assigned work
areas
- Assist facility mechanic(s) with equipment repairs as
needed
- Additional duties as assigned to ensure safe and efficient
facility operationsShift will rotate:1 week - 6am to 3:30 pm Monday
through Sat1 week - 3pm to close (midnight/1am) - Monday to
FridayPosition Requirements & Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred Covanta offers GED
Works - a fully funded program for employees to achieve their
GED.
- A minimum of 1 year experience operating industrial equipment
such as backhoe, trackhoe, excavator
- Valid drivers license with reliable transportation strongly
preferred
- Must have the ability to work a rotating shift scheduleReworld
offers a comprehensive pay and benefit package:
- Health Care Benefits - start 1st day of employment
- Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards
- 401k - match up to 7%
- Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Bonus Physical Demands of the Role:
- 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 conditionsOur DEI
CommitmentCovanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed
an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate
against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion,
sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity,
disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental,
and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for
service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other
characteristic protected by law. Know Your Rights ()Please note
that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the
applicant's experience or skills.If you are an individual with a
disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable
accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to
access job openings or apply for a job on this site because of your
disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by going to
Covanta.com and clicking on the 'Contact Us' button. Under
Inquires, select 'Careers' in the Interest field, fill out all
required fields including your message. In the message section,
please note this is a 'Job Application Accommodation Request'.
Keywords: Disability Solutions, Silver Spring , Heavy Equipment Operator, Other , Derwood, Maryland
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