Equipment Operator III at Sims Municipal Recycling – Gonzales, California

Company Info

Circular Services is a leading developer and operator of circular economy infrastructure and services and the largest private recycling company in the U.S. with operations across the country. We help businesses and municipalities reduce and divert waste, lowering disposal costs and fueling local supply chains by ensuring materials are recovered, recycled, and reused.

About the Role:

The Heavy Equipment Operator will safely operate multiple pieces of heavy equipment, such as loaders, trucks, screens, grinders, excavator and shredders to manufacture compost and other soil amendments.

Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Load products onto roll-off containers or walking-floor trailers
• Complete and upload daily production reports
• Perform routine equipment checks and basic maintenance
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and hazard-free
• Follow all safety rules and report concerns immediately
• Work collaboratively with drivers, operators, and team members
• Participate in training to build skills and improve performance
• Take on other duties as needed to support operations

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• State issued driver's license
• Three (3) or more years of experience with heady equipment required
• Ability to operate equipment with precision for loading, lifting, and transporting materials, safely and efficiently
• Conduct pre-operation inspections and perform minor maintenance
• Knowledge of load capacities, center of gravity, and safe lifting techniques to prevent tipping or equipment damage
• Identifying common mechanical issues and reporting malfunctions or damage for repairs

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• OSHA 10 or higher certificate
• One (1) year or more years of experience operating grinders and/or shredders
• Experience in the compost industry preferred
• Advanced knowledge of federal, state, and local job site health and safety rules, regulations, and best practices
• Strong understanding of surroundings to operate safely near workers, vehicles, and obstacles
• Communicate effectively with team members and external customers
• Ability to quickly adjust methods or paths based on terrain, obstructions, or material behavior
• Committed to maintaining productivity and safety
• Fluency in English and Spanish (written and verbal)

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

Normal work environment is outdoors, with exposure to all weather conditions, dirt, high levels of noise, smells/odors and at times exposure to dangerous and/or toxic substances requiring necessary precautions, including PPE.

The physical demands described here are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Pay Rate: $29.00

Job Type: Full-time

Location:

Benefits:

• Paid Parental Leave
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• HSA/ FSA
• Paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k matching
• Tuition Reimbursement

EEOC: Circular Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Circular Services is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Circular Services are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Circular Services will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.