Equipment Operator

Synagro 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. Synagro takes pride in having zero layoffs during the pandemic and the business continues to thrive during difficult times.

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 off
• 10 Holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire)
• Health Saving Account (HSA) with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with company match (fully vested upon hire)
• Career growth and promotional opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement

JOB SUMMARY

Performs various project work which requires safely operating vehicles and a variety of heavy equipment that may include, but not limited to; front end loader, reach stacker, top picker, yard jockey, and track mobile. tractor.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate truck/equipment in a safe manner at all times
• Perform loading, unloading, and timely delivery of material to assigned/approved destinations
• Travel from job site to job site or plant to job site
• Serve as a brand advocate and ambassador in every interaction with clients and the public
• Conduct daily inspections and perform preventative maintenance on the truck/equipment
• Perform shop clean up, maintenance, and equipment/tools setup
• Maintain operation records

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Communication skills - verbal and written
• Ability to operate heavy equipment in a safe manner
• Ability to perform basic math
• Efficiently operate and use smart phone
• Mechanical aptitude is a plus
• Ability to follow directions
  

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Valid Drivers' License
• Valid Massachusetts Hoisting License, Class 1A,2C required
• Minimum 2 years of project work experience preferred
• Minimum 3 years commercial driving/heavy equipment experience preferred
• Safe driving record: No serios tickets or accidents in the last 5 years or DWI/DUI in last 10 years

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Sitting, Climbing, Balancing, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Feeling, Lifting up to 50 lbs., Talking, Hearing, and Seeing
• The worker is subject to both environmental conditions: Activities occur inside and out
• The 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 places
• This position may require overtime
  

The 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.

AA/EOE/M/F/D/V
We thank all individuals for their interest in Synagro however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.