Heavy Equipment Operator

About Us:

Sun Recycling's Materials Collection Facility is a facility specialized in receiving, separating, and preparing recyclable materials for sale to end-use factories. Established in October 2013, it is conveniently located in Beltsville, Maryland. Sun Recycling specializes in LEED projects. We operate as a zero-landfill facility and provide LEED credits to our customers. LEED® is a highly recognized program designed for the construction, maintenance, and operations of green (eco-friendly) buildings. For more information find us at www.sunrolloff.com.

Who are we looking for?

A detail-oriented team player. Seeking full-time employment in a predominately outdoors environment with opportunities for growth and development. Someone that will benefit from participating in a team-oriented environment, with the ability to work independently. Someone that prioritizes safety and time management. An individual who is coachable, and eager to learn.

About the position:

               A Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the following:

• Operate heavy equipment machinery in a strategic manner
• Perform daily preventative maintenance on equipment
• Identify waste type for materials processing
• Direct on-site truck traffic
• Maintain consistent communication via two-way radios and hand signals
• Perform all tasks in a safe and timely manner
• Provide customer service
• Upkeep the general cleanliness of the facility

Preferred Experience:

• Waste Industry
• Volvo EC240BLC High Top Excavator 
• Front End Articulating Loader Experience
• Komatsu 270, 320, 380
• John Deere 190 DW

Physical Demands: 

               Individual must have the consistent ability to:

• Stand and walk during a significant portion of their shift
• Lift, push, and pull 50-75lbs
• Maintain 3 consciousness of peripheral safety hazards  
• Operate heavy equipment machinery

Aside from this awesome employment opportunity, we offer

• OSHA Safety Programs 
• Personal Protective Equipment
• On-Site training
• Opportunities for growth and development 
• Benefit Package
  1. 401 K (Retirement Plan)
  2. Overtime Pay
  3. Health Savings Account
  4. Life Insurance
  5. Health Insurance (Coverage includes individual and family plans)
  6. Dental Insurance (Coverage includes individual and family plans)
  7. Vision Insurance (Coverage includes individual and family plans)