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Derwood, Maryland, United States
Onsite
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This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading team that provides environmental solutions to the public and private sectors throughout the State of Maryland.
Job Description:
Maryland Environmental Service has an opening for a Senior or Lead Equipment Operator at our Montgomery County Oaks Landfill located in Derwood, MD. This position provides mainly commercial driving services for MES clients at various field locations. Responsibilities also include operating heavy equipment such as wheel loaders, excavators, and forklifts.Estimated Pay Range:
Senior Equipment Operator: $52,743.60 - $72,530.64
Lead Equipment Operator: $58,028.88 - $79,781.52
Benefits:
Health Insurance with choice of medical plan and prescription, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance options, along with flexible spending accounts
401K retirement savings program with generous agency match
Paid vacation, personal and sick leave
Eleven paid holidays per year
Tuition assistance
Minimum Requirements:
Graduation from a standard high school or GED, plus 3-5 years of experience operating heavy equipment. Commercial driving experience and experience operating walking floor trailers is strongly preferred.
Must demonstrate proficiency with at least two types of heavy equipment. Must demonstrate working knowledge of the essential maintenance checks on multiple types of equipment including accessing compartments, hydraulic fluid levels, engine oil, coolant, grease points, etc. Must demonstrate the ability to work independently to execute job tasks.
Must have a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tanker endorsement.
This position will be open until filled.
Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successfully completing required pre-employment screens, to include full background check, drug & alcohol screening, and position appropriate physical.
Maryland Environmental Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. MES does not participate in programs that require sponsorship for work visas.