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For more than 40 years, Covanta has been at the forefront of sustainable materials management, providing companies and communities world-class waste and resource solutions.
Through our diverse and scalable full-service capabilities, we’re leading the charge to a carbon-negative future—reducing, reusing, recycling and reimagining waste for the benefit of both people and planet.
Our differentiator comes from our vast ecosystem of technology, facilities, and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to solve their most pressing environmental challenges, and achieve their most ambitious environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals.
All that we’re missing is you. Join us today!!
Our values
Diversity, inclusivity, engagement—these are the values that help us foster a strong sense of community within Covanta. By embracing the unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our employees, we cultivate an environment that embraces teamwork, encourages open dialogue, and provides opportunities for growth.
About the role
SIGN-ON BONUS $1,500 (1/2 after 30 days, ½ after 90 days)
Company Description
At Covanta, the work we do is more than just a job. It’s a commitment to environmental problem-solving and sustainable progress. We do all that we can to safeguard the future of our people, our planet and our shared prosperity. We are a world leader in providing sustainable waste and energy solutions. Our modern Waste-to-Energy and material processing facilities provide municipalities and businesses sustainable alternatives to landfill disposal that help build a circular economy and use waste to generate clean, renewable electricity. Building a safer, smarter world is no simple task, but it is something we can achieve together. Join us in protecting tomorrow.
Covanta offers our valued team members:
- Rewarding careers with competitive pay
- No cost Basic Life and Basic AD&D Insurance, as well as supplemental employee life and AD&D and dependent life options
- Medical Insurance and other Benefits start DAY ONE of employment!
- Industry-leading retirement plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness Incentive & Rewards Program
- Round-the-clock support through our Health Advocate partnership
- Career development and mentorship
- Educational assistance to help you invest in your future
- And much more
Position Description: The Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient operation of Heavy Equipment including fork trucks, front end loaders, vacuum truck, metal drum shredder, excavator and a facility street sweeper. This position is responsible for the movement of the refuse on the tipping floor and will maintain safe and efficient truck traffic flow through the tipping floor area. Equipment operators perform daily preventative maintenance tasks required for the upkeep and operation of various assigned equipment, and other assigned tasks.
Responsibilities include:
- Direct refuse trucks to ensure safe and efficient traffic flow
- Move refuse in accordance with site procedures
- Off-loading of box van trailers
- Perform daily inspections on mobile equipment including front-end loaders and forklifts
- Conduct and document refuse inspections for unacceptable waste
- Unload supplemental waste using a forklift
- Separate and load white goods
- Comply with Corporate and OSHA Safety Rules and Regulations
- Maintain good housekeeping practices
- Familiarity with emergency procedures
- Familiarity with operating procedures used during unloading of MSW and special waste
Position Requirements: This position requires knowledge of operating Heavy Equipment as well as a valid driver’s license. Related industrial plant experience is a plus.
Schedule for this position is second shift hours from 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM.
Must be able to work in all locations within the plant, under extremes of hot and cold, and in areas of dust, noise and wet conditions. Must be able to wear a respirator, climb a ladder to access equipment and work from heights using fall protection, lift heavy objects and other manual labor to including pushing, pulling, sweeping and shoveling. Covanta is a smoke free worksite.
The expected hourly pay rate for this position is $25.35.
This is a good-faith estimate of what we expect to pay for this position. The final salary figure will take into account a variety of factors including experience, ability and location. Covanta is committed to paying its staff equitably, and these ranges should not be considered career salary limits or caps.
Our DEI Commitment
Covanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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