VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC
Heavy Equipment Operator - 2nd Shift
VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC, Gray Court, South Carolina, United States, 29645
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About VLS VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC is a recognized leader in sustainability solutions, with three divisions providing industry‑leading services. Over 1,200 employees work across 40+ locations in North America.
Waste Services VLS Waste Services provides customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non‑hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration.
Railcar Services VLS Railcar Cleaning and Repair Services specializes in cleaning difficult‑to‑clean products, including chemicals, hardened materials, and pressurized gases, and provides comprehensive repair services for certified full‑service repairs, tank car qualifications, and maintenance.
Marine Services VLS Marine Services offers state‑of‑the‑art barge cleaning, repair, and gas‑free facilities for various chemical solvents and downstream petroleum products.
Job Summary This position is responsible for operating heavy equipment in our alternative engineered fuel facility in Gray Court, SC, second shift.
Job Duties
Ensures Health & Safety is the number one priority by following all company policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
Operates a variety of heavy equipment—including forklifts, loaders, excavators, skid steers, telehandlers, and other machinery—to safely handle, move, load, and unload materials and waste.
Performs daily inspections, pre‑operation checks, and preventive maintenance (PM) on all assigned heavy equipment and reports any mechanical issues or damage to supervision immediately.
Loads and unloads waste materials in accordance with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations.
Offloads and checks in inbound waste streams, ensuring all documentation and manifests accurately match materials received.
Monitors and operates assigned equipment safely and efficiently to maintain production flow and prevent downtime.
Uses proper tools and equipment to obtain samples of materials for analysis and compatibility testing.
Keeps equipment and work areas clean, organized, and free from debris or obstructions.
Understands and applies the company's labeling, coding, and container management systems.
Wears and maintains appropriate PPE at all times, including boots, gloves, suits, and eye/ear protection.
Assists with shoveling, sweeping, and general cleanup duties as necessary to maintain a safe and organized work environment.
Performs any other duties or operates any additional equipment as assigned by the Plant Manager or Supervisor; no equipment is off limits when properly trained and authorized.
Requirements
1‑3 years of shipping receiving and warehouse experience.
Valid driver license required.
High School Diploma/GED.
Able to operate forklift/heavy equipment.
Ability to work well with others.
Lift up to 75 lbs.
Must be comfortable with climbing, balancing, bending, stooping, and crawling.
Benefits Physical and mental wellbeing:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA); 11 company‑paid holidays; employee assistance program; telemedicine.
Financial and retirement planning:
401(k) with 5% match after 90 days; life and disability insurance; voluntary life/critical illness/hospital indemnity plans; rewards and recognition programs; free personal financial planning; employee discount program.
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Heavy Equipment Operator - 2nd Shift
role at
VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC .
About VLS VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC is a recognized leader in sustainability solutions, with three divisions providing industry‑leading services. Over 1,200 employees work across 40+ locations in North America.
Waste Services VLS Waste Services provides customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non‑hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration.
Railcar Services VLS Railcar Cleaning and Repair Services specializes in cleaning difficult‑to‑clean products, including chemicals, hardened materials, and pressurized gases, and provides comprehensive repair services for certified full‑service repairs, tank car qualifications, and maintenance.
Marine Services VLS Marine Services offers state‑of‑the‑art barge cleaning, repair, and gas‑free facilities for various chemical solvents and downstream petroleum products.
Job Summary This position is responsible for operating heavy equipment in our alternative engineered fuel facility in Gray Court, SC, second shift.
Job Duties
Ensures Health & Safety is the number one priority by following all company policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
Operates a variety of heavy equipment—including forklifts, loaders, excavators, skid steers, telehandlers, and other machinery—to safely handle, move, load, and unload materials and waste.
Performs daily inspections, pre‑operation checks, and preventive maintenance (PM) on all assigned heavy equipment and reports any mechanical issues or damage to supervision immediately.
Loads and unloads waste materials in accordance with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations.
Offloads and checks in inbound waste streams, ensuring all documentation and manifests accurately match materials received.
Monitors and operates assigned equipment safely and efficiently to maintain production flow and prevent downtime.
Uses proper tools and equipment to obtain samples of materials for analysis and compatibility testing.
Keeps equipment and work areas clean, organized, and free from debris or obstructions.
Understands and applies the company's labeling, coding, and container management systems.
Wears and maintains appropriate PPE at all times, including boots, gloves, suits, and eye/ear protection.
Assists with shoveling, sweeping, and general cleanup duties as necessary to maintain a safe and organized work environment.
Performs any other duties or operates any additional equipment as assigned by the Plant Manager or Supervisor; no equipment is off limits when properly trained and authorized.
Requirements
1‑3 years of shipping receiving and warehouse experience.
Valid driver license required.
High School Diploma/GED.
Able to operate forklift/heavy equipment.
Ability to work well with others.
Lift up to 75 lbs.
Must be comfortable with climbing, balancing, bending, stooping, and crawling.
Benefits Physical and mental wellbeing:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA); 11 company‑paid holidays; employee assistance program; telemedicine.
Financial and retirement planning:
401(k) with 5% match after 90 days; life and disability insurance; voluntary life/critical illness/hospital indemnity plans; rewards and recognition programs; free personal financial planning; employee discount program.
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