Operator (Southeast) - Full-time

HEPACO is the premier environmental and emergency services company in the Eastern United States covering the Birmingham, Alabama . We specialize in emergency response, remediation, and industrial, marine, and waste services. HEPACO services a multitude of industries including transportation, utilities, energy, environmental consultants, industrial facilities, terminals, environmental service companies, general contractors, property owners, and the public sector through our Environmental and Remediation Services divisions.

Our distinction is our strong focus on quality, safety, and customer service. Throughout our history, HEPACO personnel have led the industry with new methods and approaches. Our motivated team consistently exceeds industry standards in all aspects of our work. We offer state-of-the-art remediation technologies, equipment, and a staff dedicated to a unique standard of excellence in environmental cleanup.

We’re seeking qualified Heavy Equipment Operators to join our growing team. Qualified candidates will have 5+ years of experience operating heavy equipment safely, productively, and efficiently. This job could require pushing, compacting, grading, loading, or hauling waste or soil; and could require working alone or teaming up with other heavy equipment operators.

Essential Functions:

The following duties are representative of those that Heavy Equipment Operators may be expected to perform. The actual duties required of this position will vary.

· Prioritize safety for themselves, coworkers, and all individuals on the job site

· Pushing, compacting, grading, loading or hauling of waste and soil

· Follow site grading and operations plans, read grade stakes and operate in a medium to fine grade environment

· Operate equipment including but not limited to, Excavators, Bulldozers, Loaders, and Backhoes for up to 12+ hours per day

· Work independently or with other Heavy Equipment Operators

· Quickly and professionally adapt to shifting priorities, client requests, and business needs

Job Requirements:

· Due to federal safety regulations, candidates must be at least 21 years of age

· Receive and maintain OSHA 40HR HAZWOPER (prior to or upon hiring)

· Must pass a pre-employment and annual physicals as required under our Medical Surveillance Program, including but not limited to a DOT Physical

· Successfully pass a pre-employment background check, drug and alcohol screen, and driving record check

· Regularly requires intermittent sitting, standing, walking, running, climbing, squatting, and kneeling. Physical strength and dexterity sufficient to perform the required task. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds or more with assistance

· 5+ years of related experience preferred (trenching, finish grade, digging around utilities, etc.)

Work Environment:

· Frequent travel, including extended out of town travel

· Frequent work outside and in inclement weather conditions is required, including heat, cold, and humidity

· May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration

· Must be willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment as required by established Company Safety standards, including the occasional use of a respirator

Be a part of the HEPACO Difference!

· Weekly pay, competitive PTO program and company-paid holidays

· Opportunity for overtime and emergency response premium pay

· Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability insurance options

· 401k plan with company matching contributions

· Wellness benefits and LifeMart employee discount program

HEPACO is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ancestry, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or on the basis of any other federal, state/provincial or local protected class.

HEPACO participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. / HEPACO participa en E-Verify y proporcionará al gobierno federal la información de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar en los EE.UU