Overview & Essential Job FunctionsPosition Summary:Operate a variety of heavy equipment vehicles that spread, organize and feed the facility’s conveyor system and transfer trailers. Material includes a combination of recyclables, commercial and residential waste as well as construction and demolition materials.Essential Job Functions:* Efficiently and safety operate wheel loaders to load transfer trailers and feed conveyors. Operate wheel loaders in a manner that does not endanger personnel or equipment, and that complies with the company’s operating and safety policies.* Keep tipping floor material safely arranged to allow easy loading of trailers and conveyor system, as well as creating space for newly arrived material.* Ensure proper care and use of equipment.* Perform pre/post operation inspections and preventive maintenance checks. Maintains accurate records.* Ensure proper attire is worn at all times, including closed-toed shoes, and personal protective equipment (safety vests, safety goggles, gloves, dust masks).* Other duties as assigned.Qualifications & Environmental DemandsRequired Qualifications:* High School Diploma and/or GED.* Ability to perform physical requirements of the job — prolonged sitting, constant climbing up/down the loader and able to turn neck and shoulder back and forth.* Ability to distinguish between various recyclable materials.* Must have good hand-eye coordination.* Safety conscious.* Good communication skills.* Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.Preferred Qualifications:* Valid driver’s license.* 4+ years of previous experience.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 & inside.BenefitsBenefits:* Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision* 401K, Profit Sharing & Match* Employee Assistance Program* Life Insurance* Paid Vacation and Sick Time* Recognition programs* Professional development learningAthens 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