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Airborne Operator Jobs in Georgia (NOW HIRING)

Scalehouse Operator

Ball Ground, GA

$14.75 - $19/hr

Accurately dispatch proper instructions regarding special waste disposal with operators and the ... Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, and airborne particles. * Noise level in the ...

Palletizer Operator This position is responsible for operating a console that controls automatic ... The associate is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals ...

Equipment Operator

Rockmart, GA

$17 - $23.25/hr

Operator will use a two-way radio to communicate with co-workers in the field and or office ... fumes and airborne particles Work environment is usually moderate to loud. Work in outdoor ...

Bander Operator

Conyers, GA · On-site

$14.75 - $17.50/hr

Operating the bander and corresponding equipment, including accurate placement of bands and stretch ... The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and ...

Bander Operator

Conyers, GA · On-site

$14.75 - $17.50/hr

Operating the bander and corresponding equipment, including accurate placement of bands and stretch ... The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and ...

Forklift Operator

Covington, GA · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

Forklift Operator Location : Covington, GA Duration : 12 Months Contract Start Time : 8:00 PM End ... Occasionally the position will have exposure to work in high, precarious places and fumes/airborne ...

Forklift Operator

Warner Robins, GA · On-site

$15.75 - $18.50/hr

Forklift Operator Responsible for all activities associated with safely operating and caring for ... The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and ...

Forklift Operator

Warner Robins, GA · On-site

$14.50 - $17/hr

SUMMARY Responsible for all activities associated with safely operating and caring for the forklift ... The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and ...

Liquid Operator Posting Start Date: 9/1/26 Job Location: United States Sugar Savannah SUMMARY ... or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme cold ...

Forklift Operator

Warner Robins, GA · On-site

$14.50 - $17/hr

SUMMARY Responsible for all activities associated with safely operating and caring for the forklift ... The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and ...

Machine Operator

Elberton, GA · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

POSITION SUMMARY The Machine Operator assists with the setup, calibration, and operation of ... or airborne particles, extreme cold & heat, risk of electrical shock, and toxic or caustic ...

Scalehouse Operator

Stockbridge, GA · On-site

$15 - $17/hr

... with operators and Operations Manager. Keep landfill management apprised on any community ... Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles. Noise level is ...

Machine Operator Table

Madison, GA · On-site

$20.65 - $21.70/hr

Machine Operator Table Posting Start Date: 1/12/26 Job Location: Madison Mission Statement As a ... Work environment conditions include exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles ...

Equipment Operator

Rockmart, GA · On-site

$17 - $23.25/hr

... Operator will steer, guide and or drive the above listed equipment at the assigned site, if the ... airborne particles • Work environment is usually moderate to loud. • Work in outdoor ...

Equipment Operator

Rockmart, GA · On-site

$17 - $23.25/hr

... Operator will steer, guide and or drive the above listed equipment at the assigned site, if the ... airborne particles • Work environment is usually moderate to loud. • Work in outdoor ...

Responsible for operating and maintaining sugar processing and peripheral equipment in the liquid ... or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme cold ...

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Airborne Operator information

What is the difference between Airborne Operator vs Drone Pilot?

AspectAirborne OperatorDrone Pilot
CertificationsFAA Part 107 or equivalent, depending on jurisdictionFAA Part 107 or similar remote pilot certification
Work EnvironmentAircraft, helicopters, or fixed-wing planes; often outdoors and in various weather conditionsUnmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs); typically remote-controlled, indoors or outdoors
Industry UsageAviation, aerial photography, surveillance, military, and cargoFilmmaking, real estate, inspections, agriculture, and surveying

Both Airborne Operators and Drone Pilots require FAA Part 107 certification and work with aerial technology. However, Airborne Operators typically operate manned aircraft in diverse environments, while Drone Pilots control unmanned drones mainly for commercial or recreational purposes. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in aerial operations.

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Infographic showing various Airborne Operator job openings in Georgia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 48% Full Time, 50% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution.

$14.75 - $19/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Weigh in and out all trucks entering the landfill or transfer station and verify the accuracy of waste disposal in designated areas.

  • Set up new trucks, issue truck permits, and test scales daily for accuracy.

  • Provide administrative support to the sales team, assist with customer inquiries, and handle billing and account records.


GFL Environmental rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 176 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

50th of 92 rated recycling and waste


Job description

Responsible for the scaling of all trucks that enter the landfill or transfer station while providing efficient, courteous customer service to GFL's internal and external customers.


Key Responsibilities
  • Scale House Operations:

    • Weigh in and out all trucks entering the landfill or transfer station.

    • Set up new trucks, issue truck permits, and test scales daily for accuracy.

    • Verify the accuracy of waste disposal in proper designated areas (grid reports).

  • Sales Support:

    • Provide administrative support to the sales team (e.g., preparing client proposals, maintaining account records, and gathering account details).

    • Assist sales representatives with customer inquiries, price quotes, and account updates.

  • Administrative & Billing Duties:

    • Perform general office administrative tasks, including answering phone calls, filing, managing correspondence, and ordering supplies.

    • Provide accurate and efficient information for customer billing, including generating routine reports for customers and management.

    • Verify the accuracy of hauls and disposal for payment processing of third-party truck hauling.

  • Operations & Compliance:

    • Accurately dispatch proper instructions regarding special waste disposal with operators and the Operations Manager.

    • Account for various environmental compliance tasks as assigned.

    • Keep landfill management apprised of any relevant community feedback or information regarding the facility.

Requirements
  • High School Diploma or general education degree (GED).

  • 1-3 months of related administrative, customer service, or office support experience preferred.

  • Experience in a logistics, waste management, or industrial environment is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages.

  • Administrative & Tech Skills: Basic proficiency with office software (MS Office, data entry systems) and comfortable operating digital scales and billing software.

  • Communication & Support: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with customers, drivers, field operators, and the sales team.

Physical / Mental Demands
  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, talk, and hear.

  • Visual Requirements: Close vision and distance vision.

  • Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Working Conditions
  • Frequently exposed to outside weather conditions.

  • Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, and airborne particles.

  • Noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.


We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.


GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contactmyworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com
Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship
for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required.Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.


This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.



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