Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
1 days ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Coopersville, Michigan, United States
Onsite
Company Size
42,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
equipment operation
pre‑inspection
post‑inspection
waste monitoring
servicing
reporting
The Operator – Heavy Equipment is responsible for safely operating heavy equipment such as forklifts, excavators, bulldozers, and front‑end loaders at recycling centers, landfills, or transfer stations. The role focuses on transferring, spreading, covering, loading, and compacting waste or soil efficiently and safely.
Key duties include performing pre‑ and post‑operation inspections to ensure windows, lights, mirrors, and cameras are clean, continuously monitoring waste for prohibited materials, and keeping equipment operationally ready by cleaning tracks or wheels. The operator also performs minor servicing, documents service, reports repairs, completes equipment condition reports, follows all safety policies, and maintains a clean shop at shift end.
Requirements
customer service
time management
heavy equipment
osha experience
safety standards
follow‑through
The position requires strong customer service skills, effective time management, and a reliable follow‑through ability. Candidates must adhere to company policies, promote safety standards, and take pride in their work. Minimum qualifications are two years of heavy‑equipment operation experience and one year working at OSHA‑regulated sites.
Benefits
Eligible employees can elect comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage; health and dependent care spending accounts; short‑ and long‑term disability; life and accidental death insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; discount programs; a retirement plan with a generous match; an Employee Stock Purchase Plan; and paid time off. More details are available on the company benefits website.
The firm has earned numerous recognitions such as Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies and Great Place to Work. Employees benefit from continuous investment in tools and technology, opportunities for learning and growth, and a supportive environment that values sustainability in action.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Health care and dependent care spending accounts
- Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance
- Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment coverage
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee discount programs
- Retirement plan with generous company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
1981
Year Founded
Established as a regional waste hauler.
$16 Billion
2024 Revenue
Annual revenue achieved in 2024.
$2+ Billion
2024 Net Income
Net income for the year 2024.
- It operates collection, transfer, recycling centers, landfills and energy‑from‑waste facilities across the U.S.
- Typical projects include curbside residential pickup, commercial/industrial waste hauling, recycling operations and landfill gas‑to‑energy plants.
- Specialisms span residential and commercial collection, industrial waste services, recycling processing, hazardous waste treatment, and renewable energy generation.
Culture + Values
- Safe – We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.
- Committed to Serve – We go above and beyond to exceed our customers’ expectations.
- Environmentally Responsible – We take action to improve our environment.
- Driven – We deliver results in the right way.
- Human-centered – We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person.
Environment + Sustainability
35% emissions reduction
Net-zero greenhouse gas target
Aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 35% by 2030, aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
15% emissions reduction
Early achievement of interim target
Reduced operational greenhouse gas emissions by 15% as of 2023, meeting the 2025 interim target two years early.
40% material recovery increase
Resource recovery goal
Aims to increase the recovery of key materials by 40% by 2030, supporting circularity and resource efficiency.
50% biogas reuse increase
Biogas beneficial reuse target
Committed to increasing biogas sent to beneficial reuse by 50% by 2030, enhancing renewable energy generation.
- Open five new renewable natural gas plants; renewable-energy portfolio includes 86 projects
- Deploy collision-avoidance cameras on collection trucks (2,200+ units)
- Pace electrification: goal for 50% of new refuse vehicle purchases to be EVs by 2028
- Initiatives include landfill-gas-to-energy, polymer center for plastics circularity, recycling and organics programs
- Employee engagement goal: maintain ≥ 88% by 2030 (supports sustainability culture)
Inclusion & Diversity
50% Ethnically Diverse Workforce
Diverse Workforce Representation
Half of the company's workforce is composed of ethnically diverse individuals, reflecting a commitment to inclusivity.
38% Leadership Roles by Women
Women in Top Leadership
38% of top leadership positions within the company are held by women, showcasing progress toward gender equality.
$75.8M with Diverse Suppliers
Diverse Supplier Spending
The company spent $75.8 million with certified diverse suppliers in 2022, aiming for $150 million by 2025.
82% Employee Satisfaction
Employee Satisfaction Rating
82% of employees rated the company as a great place to work in a 2024 survey, reflecting a supportive workplace culture.
- Established MOSAIC Council in 2013 to drive inclusion efforts, including recruiting partnerships, training, leadership development, and business resource group support.
- Removed college-degree requirements for many roles to broaden access and inclusivity.
- Aims to achieve 50% diversity in leadership roles by 2030.