Position Overview:
The Equipment Operator works under the direction of the Yard Supervisor. This individual is expected to follow the instructions to complete various tasks assigned by the Yard Supervisor. Basic duties include loading and unloading material from various containers such as roll offs, gondolas, dump bodies, etc.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Performs job with integrity while upholding ethical standards and expectations of the organization
Facilitates internal communication with his or her supervisor and peers
Views, grades and sort material
Ability to use equipment to load, unload or distribute material and sort and segregate overweight material efficiently
Facilitates a safe and clean work environment as demonstrated by his or her daily work practices
Ability to work quickly and efficiently to meet department and company goals while adhering to all company, safety and health policies
Must demonstrate competency in all aspects of the job and company objectives
Demonstrate understanding of company policies, rules and training
Other duties as assigned
Required Characteristics:
Must possess basic reading and writing comprehension in English
Trained and certified to operate assigned equipment (examples could be either a skid steer loader or crane)
Must have the ability to perform the physical tasks of the job such as sitting for extended periods of time in a confined space (equipment cabin)
Ability to work in various environmental conditions such as extreme heat or cold, dusty, dirty and/or wet conditions
Able to fulfill flexible scheduling requirements as determined by the manager and / or business needs of the operation
Minimum Safety Training Requirements:
Basic on-the-job training that satisfies the Primary Objectives of the specific position (as noted above)
US-SOP-01 United in Safety Manual
US-F11 QEH&S Policy
US-SOP-03 Team Member Handbook
We strive to demonstrate our Core Values in all positions at USM:
Trust ● Comment ● Loyalty ● Passion ● Respect ● Service ● Performance
USM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. USM will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. USM is a Zero Impairment Workplace. USM provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify your Talent Acquisition contact or another member of our People Development Team at [email protected]. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.