Mobile Equipment Maintenance/Operator - 1st Shift

At The Wilmington Group, we are One Trusted Partner transforming waste and recycling into value through innovative solutions, exceptional service, and sustainability. Our people make that mission possible. We believe that attracting and developing talented individuals who share our commitment to being safe, trustworthy, passionate, and respectful is the foundation of our success. Whether you work in our facilities, in the field, or in an office, you will be part of a team making a real impact for our customers and communities. Ready to build a meaningful career with us? Apply here, or join our Talent Community to hear about new opportunities first. Join our Talent Community The Opportunity: We are seeking a Full Time Equipment Operator for our Barton, AL facility. The Equipment Operator is responsible for operating various equipment within the operation including, but not limited to, Forklift and/or Skid Steers. The Equipment Operator is responsible for operating equipment in a safe and effective manner while maintaining the production. Routine inspections and preventative maintenance are also a requirement of the position. Mechanical aptitude and hands‑on experience with equipment maintenance are strongly preferred in this role. A team attitude and willingness to learn are critical for success. Hours: 1st Shift 7:00 AM to 3:45 PM Monday - Friday, with extended hours as needed. How you will make an impact: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. This position will be responsible for, but not limited to the following duties: Following all plant safety guidelines Operating equipment in furtherance of the objectives of the facilityUsing forklifts to load/unload material from trailers Using skid steers to move loose materials within the plant and load machinery Ensuring accuracy and quality of materials loaded on trailer is to the operation standard Documenting inventory and activity including recording quantities and weights Performing pre‑ and post‑trip inspections of mobile and stationary equipment that includes performing preventative maintenance and cleaning of equipment to ensure that it is in proper and safe working order before and after each shift Assisting with preventative maintenance tasks to support uptime and safe operation of all equipment when called upon Identifying, troubleshooting, and reporting mechanical or operational issues on mobile and stationary equipment Performing basic mechanical maintenance and minor repairs as assigned (e.g., greasing, belt checks, fluid levels, adjustments) General plant housekeeping What you need to succeed: Education/Experience: 2+ years’ experience operating skid steers, forklifts, or similar mobile equipment Familiarity with heavy industrial or recycling environments is a plus Experience performing basic mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting is strongly preferred Experience working in a fast-paced environment Required Skills & Competencies: The ideal candidate will have skills and experience in the following areas: High awareness of safety at all times Ability to demonstrate proficient operation of forklift and/or skid steer Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills Ability to perform or assist in routine maintenance and minor repairs on equipment Comfort using basic hand tools Willingness to learn additional mechanical skills through on‑the‑job training Ability to operate equipment properly and safely Strict adherence to OSHA and company policies. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is in a plant environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Exert up to fifty (50) pounds of force (Frequent); or a lesser amount of force to move objects (Constant) Concentration/Attention to Detail (Constant) Vision (Close, Constant) Sitting (Frequent) Verbal Communication (Frequent) Standing (Occasional) Walking (Occasional) Hearing/Listening (Frequent) What we offer: We offer a competitive Benefits package to include Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k match, as well as voluntary benefits such as short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance. We also offer Paid Time Off and Holiday pay. If interested, please apply for immediate consideration, and come join our team! The Wilmington Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. For more information, please review the "EEO is the Law" Poster. 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