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Colas

Equipment Operator

Irwindale, CA · On-site

$39.58/hr

Equipment Operator Company: SULLY-MILLER Job Location: IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA, USA Type of Contract ... Equipment includes: 834 Compactor/Motor Grader, Loader, Dozer, Blade, Excavator, Rubber Tire Dozer.

Colas

Equipment Operator

Irwindale, CA

$39.58/hr

Equipment includes: 834 Compactor/Motor Grader, Loader, Dozer, Blade, Excavator, Rubber Tire Dozer ... Ensure fill is placed in accordance with Fill Operating Plan (FOP) and regulatory guidelines

Vulcan Materials Company

Equipment Operator

Richmond, CA · On-site

$35.89 - $42.31/hr

Operation of a dozer or other grading equipment to maintain facility roadways and/or maintain ... The base hourly range for this role is between $35.89 - $42.31 per hour. This range is not ...

Vulcan Materials Company

Equipment Operator

Richmond, CA · On-site

$35.89 - $42.31/hr

Operation of a dozer or other grading equipment to maintain facility roadways and/or maintain ... The base hourly range for this role is between $35.89 - $42.31 per hour. This range is not ...

Teichert

Hot Plant/Crusher Operator

Winton, CA · On-site

$31.65 - $37.98/hr

Wheel Loader, Excavator, Utility Truck, Tractor, Skid Steer, Dozer, Telescopic Handler Forklift ... HOURLY BASE SALARY RANGE: $31.65 - $37.98 The range displayed reflects the range the company ...

Landmarc Environmental Systems

Operator

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Oil and Gas pipeline experience * 5 + years' experience in operating excavator, dozer, and articulated dump truck * Landfill experience preferred If you are qualified, want a new opportunity and are ...

WEAVER CONSULTANTS GROUP

Operator

Sunnyvale, CA

$20 - $30/hr

Oil and Gas pipeline experience * 5 + years' experience in operating excavator, dozer, and articulated dump truck * Landfill experience preferred If you are qualified, want a new opportunity and are ...

Landmarc Environmental Systems

Operator

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Oil and Gas pipeline experience * 5 + years' experience in operating excavator, dozer, and articulated dump truck * Landfill experience preferred If you are qualified, want a new opportunity and are ...

WEAVER CONSULTANTS GROUP

Operator

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Oil and Gas pipeline experience * 5 + years' experience in operating excavator, dozer, and articulated dump truck * Landfill experience preferred If you are qualified, want a new opportunity and are ...

WEAVER CONSULTANTS GROUP

Operator

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Oil and Gas pipeline experience * 5 + years' experience in operating excavator, dozer, and articulated dump truck * Landfill experience preferred If you are qualified, want a new opportunity and are ...

WEAVER CONSULTANTS GROUP

Operator

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Oil and Gas pipeline experience * 5 + years' experience in operating excavator, dozer, and articulated dump truck * Landfill experience preferred If you are qualified, want a new opportunity and are ...

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What is the difference between Hourly Dozer Operator vs Excavator Operator?

AspectHourly Dozer OperatorExcavator Operator
CredentialsCommercial Driver's License (CDL) often preferred, OSHA safety trainingOSHA safety training, sometimes specialized certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, road building, land clearingConstruction sites, excavation projects, demolition
Industry UsageHeavy earthmoving, grading, land levelingDigging, trenching, material handling

Both roles require safety training and operate heavy machinery on construction sites. The Hourly Dozer Operator primarily handles bulldozers for earthmoving and grading, while the Excavator Operator specializes in operating excavators for digging and material handling. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Lead Heavy Equipment Operator

Athens Services

Victorville, CA • On-site

$35.12/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago

Athens Services rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 92 rated recycling and waste

Job description

Summary
The Heavy Equipment Operator Lead reports directly to the Operation Supervisor and is responsible for the management and leadership of the heavy equipment operations in the Landfill. In addition, the Heavy Equipment Operator Lead will processes trash by compacting and pushing the waste with a dozer, at the landfills. Places soil cover over the trash with other heavy equipment, including loaders, excavators and rock trucks. Other equipment that may be operated are water trucks, roll off trucks and backhoes.
Job Description
  • Ensure the tipping table is clean and orderly to accept each day's trash.

  • Keep tipping table trash safely arranged to allow loader to remove recyclables.

  • Inspect assigned equipment and prepare pre-trips and post-trips as required.

  • Keep hazardous and otherwise prohibited wastes out of the transfer station and landfills.

  • Keep tipping table clear of trash for customers to unload safely.

  • Be aware of emergency contacts and procedures.

  • Perform any other duties assigned by Landfill supervisor.

  • Reports any unsafe situations to direct supervisor.

  • Ability to work overtime as needed.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
  • Must have five (5) years' experience working in a MSW landfill.

  • The ability to handle the day-to-day operations of the landfill and able to manage site when supervisor is offsite.

  • Provide outstanding customer service to the public, county inspectors, and staff.

  • High School Diploma and/or GED.

  • Must be able to read and understand safety rules, operating manuals, and maintenance instructions pertaining to assigned vehicles.

  • Good communication skills.

  • Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

  • Understand and interpret site plans.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Five (5) years' experience as a Lead Heavy Equipment Operator in a MSW landfill.

  • Bilingual - English/Spanish.

  • Obtain 40 hours of Haz Wopper training, First Aid, and CPR within six (6) months of employment

Physical/Environmental Demands:
Physical:
  • Standing, walking, sitting, seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously.

  • Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, concentration, & interpersonal abilities continuously.

  • Eye/hand coordination, handling, & wrist motion continuously.

Environmental:
  • Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet/hot conditions, & noise continuously.

  • Works outside only.

Salary: $35.12 Hourly (Includes Prevailing Wage, which is the combination of the basic hourly wage and the value of fringe benefits)
Benefits:
  • Competitive wages
  • Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401K
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Time
  • Career plan
  • Recognition programs
  • Professional development learning
  • An exceptional work environment

Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO/M/F/disability/veteran

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