Equipment Operator

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Covanta has been at the forefront of sustainable materials management, providing companies and communities world-class waste and resource solutions.

Through our diverse and scalable full-service capabilities, we’re leading the charge to a carbon-negative future—reducing, reusing, recycling and reimagining waste for the benefit of both people and planet.

Our differentiator comes from our vast ecosystem of technology, facilities, and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to solve their most pressing environmental challenges, and achieve their most ambitious environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals .

All that we’re missing is you. Join us today!

Our values

Diversity, inclusivity, engagement—these are the values that help us foster a strong sense of community within Covanta. By embracing the unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our employees, we cultivate an environment that embraces teamwork, encourages open dialogue, and provides opportunities for growth.

About the role

Responsibilities include:

Operate various pieces of equipment and machinery to facilitate the receipt, transfer, stockpile, process, and unloading of municipal solid waste into the refuse pit using a frontend loader, skid steer, sweeper, etc..

Maintain effective equipment checks (pre and post-operations)

Ensure employees conduct business in a safe manner and wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Perform facility inspection checks as assigned by Supervisor.

Follow and enforce all required Covanta safety policies and procedures

Position Requirements:

High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Must have prior experience operating heavy equipment including, but not limited to excavators, front-end loaders, and sweepers.

A valid driver’s license and any applicable regulatory licensing are required. Possessing a CDL license is a bonus.

Must be flexible to work rotating shifts

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities desired include:

Acts in a professional, courteous, and cooperative manner toward customers and co-workers

Works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness

Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner

Good follow-through ability

Ability to adhere to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise

Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules

Promotes the Company’s safety standards

Does not take inappropriate risks

Maintains a feeling of pride in work

Strives to achieve all goals.

Ability to work outside in the elements.

Class A CDL Driver’s License (Preferred)

What Covanta Offers You:

Health Care Benefits - start 1st day of employment

Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards

401k - match up to 7%

Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday)

Paid Parental Leave

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Our DEI Commitment

Covanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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