Heavy Equipment Operator Job at Waste Connections, Forest Heights, OR

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  • Waste Connections
  • Forest Heights, OR

Job Description

Northwest Container Services (NWCS) , a Waste Connections company, is looking for a Container Heavy Equipment Operator to join our rail yard in Portland, OR. NWCS is an intermodal train yard that specializes in the storage, repair, and train movement of 20-foot, 40-foot, 45-foot, 48-foot, and 53-foot containers (empty and loaded). At Northwest Container, we’re striving to create a safe working culture and to make it a great place to work. Schedule is Monday-Friday Shift is 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM with opportunity for overtime. Wage is $27.00/HR - $30.00/HR Safety Sensitive: Yes Responsibilities: Safely operate equipment, for example top-pick lift truck, forklift, yard hostler, etc. Follow instructions and manage tasks. Communicate and work as a team to assist customers and complete trains in a timely manner. Complete daily pre/post trip inspection. Assist in cleaning and maintaining equipment as needed. Manage yard organization and communicate locations with our inbound gate clerks. Direct trucks and assist in yard logistics. Groundwork, including train check-in, set or pull twist locks and perform train lockdown and unlocking. Use a tablet to manage and track customers in yard as well as input yard locations on equipment. REQUIREMENTS: Minimum of 1-year Heavy Equipment Operating experience REQUIRED or professional Heavy Equipment Operating certification. 2-years of Heavy Equipment Operating experience PREFERRED . Valid Drivers License REQUIRED . Safety Sensitive position that requires an eligble criminal background report, clean drug panel screening and acceptable motor vehicle report. Strong commitment to personal safety and the safety of your team and the community we serve. Desire to learn new skills and achieve excellence. Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time, lift up to 50lbs. and work outdoors in all weather conditions. Ability to climb, bend, and stoop to inspect containers. To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at . Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest. We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future". A link to our benefits overview can be found here: Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status. ACBoost

Job Tags

Temporary work, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, Shift work,

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