Transfer Station Operator

Penn Waste - Pittsburgh is seeking a dependable, self-motivated, and experienced Transfer Station Operator to manage trailer movement and assist with general facility operations including trailer loading as needed. This is a critical role in ensuring our transfer station runs smoothly and safely.

Work Schedule & Compensation Schedule: Monday to Friday (dayshift), except for holidays and scheduled Saturday rotation (expected 1 to 2 times a month depending on month).
Hours: Expected 40 hours – with possibility of overtime
CDL: Is NOT required (Commercial Driver's License).

Core Job Duties & Responsibilities

The Transfer Station Operator will be responsible for the following essential tasks:

• Trailer Movement and Trailer Loading: Safely and efficiently back tractor trailers into the pit for loading and pull trailers around the building and onto the scale. In addition, based on operational need, this position will also load trailers to legal weight.
• Logistical Support: Assist the Transfer Station Loader by ensuring proper trailer staging.
• Equipment Operation: Safely operate heavy equipment as needed, including forklifts, front loaders, and backhoes.
• Tarping: Securely tarp loaded trailers as they are done being filled.
• Housekeeping & Safety: Maintain general housekeeping. Periodically throughout the day and at the end of the shift, ensure the work area is free of all loose waste and materials.

Minimum Requirements Driving Experience

• Must be experienced in hauling trailers and able to operate a manual transmission truck.
• Licensing: Must possess a valid driver’s license, CDL is NOT required
• Work Ethic: Must be a dependable, self-motivated individual.
• Equipment Experience: Prior experience operating other heavy equipment, such as Loaders, Backhoes, Skid Steers, and Forklifts, is a strong plus.
• Safety Gear: Employees must provide their own safety-approved work boots.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Outdoor Work: This job is performed outdoors. Employees are subject to all weather elements daily, including heat, sun, rain, snow, and wind.
• Physical Demands: The role requires the ability to sit/stand, walk, climb, bend/twist, push/pull, stoop, kneel, crouch/squat.
• Lifting: Ability to carry up to 50 lbs. is required.