Yard Hostler / Equipment Operator

Waste Connections, Inc.

(Tacoma, Washington)
Full Time
Job Posting Details
About Waste Connections, Inc.

Waste Connections (NYSE: WCN) is an integrated solid waste services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services in mostly exclusive and secondary markets.

Summary

Yard Hostler / Operator at our transfer station located in Tacoma, WA. In this position, you will be moving Class A vehicles around the yard, will operate a skid steer and excavator, and will assist in any labor duties that may need to get done on-site. This is a full-time day shift Mon-Fri position with growth potential. Some Saturday or holiday work may be required.

Responsibilities
  • Operates a variety of heavy equipment to push, cover and pack refuse and solid waste. Equipment includes, but is not limited too, loaders, excavators, forklift and trucks.

  • Performs routine inspection on equipment and machinery as required.

  • Moving 53ft trailers around grounds, scaling out legal loads, tarping and securing them for transit.

  • Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

  • Perform other such duties and functions as may be necessary or incidental to the proper performance of this position

Ideal Candidate

Requirements:

  • Minimum 1 year experience as a hostler

  • Minimum 1 year experience operating both skid steers and excavators (or other comparable heavy equipment)

  • Class A CDL is highly preferred

  • High School Diploma or equivalent

  • Ability to work OT when needed

  • Has a willingness to advance

  • Must be open to do other labor intensive duties when needed.

Physical/Mental Demands:

Job incumbents must be able to:

  • Climb in and out of equipment cabs constantly throughout the shift. Must be able to step into vehicles at a height of approximately 2 to 3 feet.

  • Exert force and lifts up to 50 lbs frequently; 50 100 lbs occasionally

  • Constantly handle, grip, and grasp controls, and push buttons to operator equipment controls; coordinate the movement of more than one limb simultaneously to operator the clutch and accelerator on a piece of equipment.

  • Work in small, cramped spaces such as an equipment cab.

  • Regularly perform extensive physical activity and strenuous physical work.

  • Frequently walk, stand, sit, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, climb stairs and ladders.

  • Work safely without presenting a threat to self or others.

  • Communicate effectively and cooperate with others.

  • Perform basic daily clerical duties such vehicle inspection reports and scale tickets

Work Environment:

Job incumbents must be able to:

  • Constantly work outdoors, sometimes in extreme weather conditions, around machinery and around co-workers.

  • Frequent exposure to dust, fumes, smoke, gases odors and excessive noises.

  • Occasional exposure to chemicals, solvents, grease or oil and slippery or uneven surfaces.

  • Rarely works alone or indoors

Compensation and Working Conditions
Benefits Benefits included

Additional Notes on Compensation

We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future"

Working Conditions

- Monday thru Friday with some weekend and holiday work required - Start time is at 6AM

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Tacoma, Washington
Skills Desired
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  • Equipment Operation
  • Flexibility to Work Irregular Hours When Required
  • Inspection
  • Labor
  • Maintenance

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