Equipment Operator - Lead Equipment Operator

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This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading team that provides environmental solutions to the public and private sectors throughout the State of Maryland.

Job Description:

Maryland Environmental Service has an opening for an Equipment Operator, Senior Equipment Operator, or Lead Equipment Operator at our Montgomery County Yardwaste facility located in Dickerson, MD.

Estimated Pay Range:

Equipment Operator:$45,666.23 - $62,791.65

Senior Equipment Operator: $50,233.92 - $69,070.88

Lead Equipment Operator:$55,256.40 - $75,978.12

Benefits:

• Health Insurance with choice of medical plan and prescription, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance options, along with flexible spending accounts 

• 401K retirement savings program with generous agency match 

• Paid vacation, personal and sick leave 

• Eleven paid holidays per year  

• Tuition assistance 

Minimum Requirements:

All classification levels require graduation from a standard high school or GED, ability to pass a standard physical examination, ability to lift 50 pounds, and possession of a valid driver’s license with less than 5 points.

The EO classification is required to have one (1) year experience operating heavy equipment, the Senior EO is required to have three (3) years experience operating heavy equipment, and the Lead EO is required to have five (5) years experience operating heavy equipment

Appointment to some sites may also require Commercial Driver’s License with specific endorsements.

This position will be open until filled.

The Equipment Operator position is eligible for on-spot, contingent offers. Candidates who apply after an on-spot offer has been extended (including internal candidates) will not be considered unless the candidate who receives the on-spot, contingent offer does not complete the process to become an MES employee.

Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successfully completing required pre-employment screens, to include full background check, drug & alcohol screening, and position appropriate physical.

Maryland Environmental Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. MES does not participate in programs that require sponsorship for work visas.