Equipment Operator (Pineville NC area)

DescriptionSynagro partners with stakeholders to clean our water, protect our environment and serve our communities by generating worth from what others consider waste. We work to protect the health of our water, our Earth and those who depend on them now and in the future.What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work? Here are some highlights of what Synagro has to offer:15 days paid time off10 HolidaysMedical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire)Health Saving Account (HSA) with company matchFlexible Spending Account (FSA)401(k) with company match (fully vested upon hire)Career growth and promotional opportunitiesTuition ReimbursementJOB SUMMARYPerforms various project work which requires safely operating vehicles and a variety of heavy/agricultural equipment that may include, but not limited to; front end loader, belt press, centrifuge, dredger, spreader box, excavator, TerraGator.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIESOperate equipment in a safe manner at all timesTravel from job site to job site or plant to job site. May involve overnight travelConduct daily inspections and perform preventative maintenance on the equipmentPerform shop clean up, maintenance, and equipment/tools setupMaintain operation recordsKNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIESCommunication skills - verbal and writtenAbility to operate heavy or agricultural equipment in a safe mannerAbility to perform basic mathEfficiently operate and use smart phoneMechanical aptitude is a plusAbility to follow directionsAbility to travelEDUCATION & EXPERIENCEHigh School Diploma or equivalent (GED)Valid Drivers' LicenseMinimum 2 years of project work experience preferredWORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSSitting, Climbing, Balancing, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Feeling, Lifting up to 50 lbs., Talking, Hearing, and SeeingThe worker is subject to confined spacesThe worker is subject to both environmental conditions: Activities occur inside and outThe worker is subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high placesThis position requires travel and overtimeThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all essential job functions, knowledge, skills, abilities, efforts, and physical or working conditions associated with a position. Qualifications EducationHigh School (preferred)Equal Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.