Equipment Operator

About Company

Environmental Quality Management, Inc. (EQM) is a premier full-service environmental remediation/construction services and consulting company offering environmental assistance to industrial, commercial and government entities. We are known for our safety culture and our dedication to each other and our clients. EQM is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.

EQM is a wholly-owned operating company of ASRC Industrial (AIS). AIS was founded in 2016 by Arctic Slope Regional Corporation (ASRC), an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) established under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971. As part of an ANC, EQM is a certified 8(a) Small Disadvantaged Business, offering further contracting advantages to government agencies. These designations help clients meet their diversity spending objectives, while also providing sustainable returns for 13,600 Inupiat shareholders.

We offer competitive salaries and full range of benefits including a generous time off policy, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K (for eligible employees). As well as, basic and supplemental life insurance, short-term and long-term disability as well as other benefits.

Description/Position Summary

Responsible for safely operating heavy machinery such as bulldozers, excavators, and loaders to complete construction and maintenance projects. Performing routine inspections and maintenance to ensure the equipment is in good working condition. Precision, attention to safety protocols, and the ability to read blueprints or site plans are essential for success in this role.

Skills and Experience:

• 1+ years of experience in the operation of hydraulic excavator, track-type tractors, bull dozers, wheel loaders up to eight cubic yards, track loaders, lift trucks, rubber-tired backhoes, wheel excavators, boom trucks of all types, and bobcats.
• Familiarity in push-pull scrapers, various types of compactors, off-highway trucks and tractors, pumps, and generator operations. Should be certified in operating a forklift.
• Ability to perform trouble-shooting, repair, and equipment maintenance. Overtime and travel required.
• Current 40-hour HAZWOPER certification required, and current 8-hour refresher preferred if available
• Must have familiarization and understanding of use and application of various types of respiratory protection and chemical hazards
• Valid Driver's License required
• Experience performing duties related to the clean-up of hazardous waste sites; utilizing all types of personal protective equipment, have working knowledge of commonly used field equipment and gear
• Working knowledge of standard safety procedures dealing with hazardous materials
• General knowledge of confined space entry, construction, complex pumping systems, electrical, chemical transfer, and plumbing
• High School diploma or equivalent

EEO Statement:

ASRC Industrial (AIS) and its operating companies affords equal opportunity in employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy, familial status, disability status, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under Federal, State or Local law. AIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.