Heavy Equipment Operator / Property Maintenance Technician
HEAVY EQUIPMENT & EXCAVATOR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED - MUST HAVE
1st Shift | Monday-Friday
$20.00-$24.00 per hour (based on experience)
Are you an experienced heavy equipment operator who enjoys working outdoors and taking pride in maintaining equipment and facilities? We are seeking a safety-focused, mechanically inclined professional to join our growing tire recycling and rubber processing operation. This position combines heavy equipment operation with facility and property maintenance responsibilities in a dynamic industrial environment.
What You'll Do
Heavy Equipment & Processing Operations
Operate excavators, loaders, skid steers, forklifts, material handlers, and hydraulic shear equipment
Process scrap tires, rubber materials, and recyclable commodities
Inspect incoming materials and identify prohibited or hazardous items
Monitor equipment performance and product quality
Perform daily equipment inspections and operational checks
Complete basic preventative maintenance, lubrication, and minor repairs
Assist with loading and unloading trailers
Maintain production records and equipment logs
Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout requirements
Property & Facility Maintenance
Maintain buildings, grounds, fencing, gates, parking lots, and exterior infrastructure
Perform facility inspections and address maintenance needs
Operate mowers, trimmers, and grounds maintenance equipment
Assist with snow removal, storm cleanup, and seasonal maintenance
Complete minor repairs including painting, carpentry, plumbing, and general maintenance tasks
Support facility improvement and site beautification projects
Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
Qualifications
Required
✅ Heavy equipment and excavator operating experience
✅ Experience operating equipment such as:
Excavators
Skid Steers
Loaders
Forklifts
✅ Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
✅ Ability to work independently and safely in an industrial environment
✅ Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
✅ Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically active work
Preferred
Experience in recycling, manufacturing, construction, agriculture, or heavy industrial operations
Tire recycling or scrap processing experience
Property or facility maintenance experience
Forklift certification
Welding, fabrication, or industrial maintenance experience
Work Environment
This position is based in a tire recycling and rubber processing facility and includes both equipment operation and outdoor property maintenance. Candidates should be comfortable working around moving machinery, industrial traffic, dust, noise, and changing weather conditions.
Why Join Us?
Competitive hourly pay: $20.00-$24.00/hour
Stable Monday-Friday, 1st Shift schedule
Diverse work combining equipment operation and hands-on maintenance
Opportunity to work with a growing recycling and environmental sustainability operation
Apply Today!
If you have excavator experience, heavy equipment skills, and enjoy hands-on work in an industrial environment, we'd like to hear from you. Join a team focused on safety, operational excellence, and environmental responsibility.