Yard Hostler / Equipment Operator

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.

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.

• 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

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