Heavy Equipment Operator - Derwood, United States - Covanta

Covanta

Verified Company

Derwood, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Who we are

For 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 values

Diversity, 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 role

Reporting 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 operations

Shift will rotate:
1 week - 6am to 3:30 pm Monday through Sat

1 week - 3pm to close (midnight/1am) - Monday to Friday

Position 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 schedule

Reworld 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 fullface respirator
Consistently work in various weather conditions

Our DEI Commitment

Covanta 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.

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Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.