Equipment Operator - Lead Equipment Operator

Maryland Environmental Service

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Derwood, MD Dickerson, MD Until 8/21/2026 1+ years exp First posted November 23, 2025 Last posted November 23, 2025
Job description

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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 or Lead Equipment Operator at our Montgomery County Grinding Operations facility located in Derwood, MD. This position provides equipment operation services for MES clients at field locations.

This position includes varying shifts, including nights, at multiple locations within Montgomery County.

Estimated Pay Range:

$45,666.23 - $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

  • Ten paid holidays per year 

  • Tuition assistance

Minimum Requirements:

Graduation from a standard high school or GED plus one year of experience operating heavy equipment. Must have a valid driver's license with less than 5 points.


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.

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.

About this role

Summary

Operate heavy equipment at various sites, providing environmental solutions in Montgomery County.

Job title

Equipment Operator - Lead Equipment Operator

Experience level

1+ years

Minimum experience

1+ years exp

Industry

environmental services

Location requirements

Derwood, MD; Dickerson, MD; Oaks Landfill; on-site required

Salary

$45,666.23 - $75,978.12

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

heavy equipment operationdriver's license

Preferred skills

Commercial Driver’s License

Specializations

heavy equipment operationenvironmental services
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Derwood, MD 20855, USA

On-site City

Dickerson, MD 20842, USA

On-site City

Unknown location

On-site