Equipment Operator
- Dem-Con Companies Expired
- Shakopee, Minnesota
- Full Time

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Job Description
The Equipment Operator position is responsible for transferring, spreading and loading MSW, Clean Wood, C and D waste, and Single Sort Recyclables to ensure materials are transported and disposed of in an appropriate manner.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Transfer, spread, cover, load and/or compact solid waste or soil while operating excavators, loaders, landfill compactors, backhoes, tractors and skid steers as well as off-road trucks
Process materials for recycling while operating grinders and screeners
Operate heavy commercial trucks, tractor-trailers and roll-offs
Perform pre- and post-operation inspections on equipment and vehicles
Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and vehicles
Maintain various records and/or logs
Wash, lubricate and fuel equipment and vehicles
Pick materials from incoming loads
Carry out site grounds maintenance including; picking litter, mowing, weed whipping, street sweeping, plowing and dust control
Perform building and other stationary equipment maintenance
Perform other related duties as assigned
WHY DEM-CON?
Working at Dem-Con means being a member of our team where doing the right thing, continuously improving, and having a commitment to our people and customers are our guiding principles and reasons for our success. We offer a best-in-class benefits package and a supportive and knowledgeable team for maximum success.
Paid premiums for health insurance for employees and their dependents
401(k) Plan with Company match
Paid Time off
Dental insurance
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
Requirements:
Good Multitasking skills
Ability to interact with all people
Customer service skills
Decision Making
Professional attitude
Punctuality
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or GED
Previous experience with compactor or dozer preferred
GPS experience, preferred
May be required to obtain various certifications related to assigned area of responsibility
WORK CONDITIONS: Outdoor environment; exposure to extreme weather conditions; work with and around heavy machinery; exposure to dust and fumes from motorized equipment; exposure to noise, odors and gases; exposure to heavy traffic conditions, possible exposure to toxic chemicals.
Dem-Con Companies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies or agencies.
Our organization will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status regarding public assistance. We will take affirmative steps to ensure that all our employment practices are free of discrimination.
The Equipment Operator position is responsible for transferring, spreading and loading MSW, Clean Wood, C and D waste, and Single Sort Recyclables to ensure materials are transported and disposed of in an appropriate manner.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Transfer, spread, cover, load and/or compact solid waste or soil while operating excavators, loaders, landfill compactors, backhoes, tractors and skid steers as well as off-road trucks
Process materials for recycling while operating grinders and screeners
Operate heavy commercial trucks, tractor-trailers and roll-offs
Perform pre- and post-operation inspections on equipment and vehicles
Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and vehicles
Maintain various records and/or logs
Wash, lubricate and fuel equipment and vehicles
Pick materials from incoming loads
Carry out site grounds maintenance including; picking litter, mowing, weed whipping, street sweeping, plowing and dust control
Perform building and other stationary equipment maintenance
Perform other related duties as assigned
WHY DEM-CON?
Working at Dem-Con means being a member of our team where doing the right thing, continuously improving, and having a commitment to our people and customers are our guiding principles and reasons for our success. We offer a best-in-class benefits package and a supportive and knowledgeable team for maximum success.
Paid premiums for health insurance for employees and their dependents
401(k) Plan with Company match
Paid Time off
Dental insurance
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
Requirements:
Good Multitasking skills
Ability to interact with all people
Customer service skills
Decision Making
Professional attitude
Punctuality
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or GED
Previous experience with compactor or dozer preferred
GPS experience, preferred
May be required to obtain various certifications related to assigned area of responsibility
WORK CONDITIONS: Outdoor environment; exposure to extreme weather conditions; work with and around heavy machinery; exposure to dust and fumes from motorized equipment; exposure to noise, odors and gases; exposure to heavy traffic conditions, possible exposure to toxic chemicals.
Dem-Con Companies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies or agencies.
Our organization will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status regarding public assistance. We will take affirmative steps to ensure that all our employment practices are free of discrimination.