Equipment Operator

Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator Job Description Join our dynamic team as an equipment operator at our state-of-the-art Anaerobic Digestion facility in Jessup, Maryland, where you'll play a vital role in processing organic waste to produce renewable natural gas. Responsibilities Direct truck traffic on site, except for the liquid digestate area. Prepare tickets and monitor vehicle login and scale operations, weighing trucks in and out. Direct the off-loading of organic solid wastes onto the tipping floor. Operate the pumping system to offload organic liquid wastes. Perform quality control inspections of input waste material. Collect material samples and prepare them for lab submittals. Load feed hoppers using the front-end loader. Safely operate a front-end loader, forklift, and skid-steer. Separate out contaminants that may harm separation equipment. Operate pumps, valves, hoppers, augers, and conveyors associated with the receiving area. Perform routine daily maintenance of equipment, including greasing, checking oil levels, filters, and screens. Maintain cleanliness of the tipping floor, loader, skid steer, liquid receiving area, waste processing equipment, roads, and surrounding property. Perform additional duties as assigned, including mechanical repair, shipping and receiving, warehouse distribution, documentation control, and machine operation. Essential Skills Valid driver's license. Experience operating tractors, front-end loaders, skid-steers, or similar hydraulic equipment. Basic math skills. Competency with technology for data entry. Ability to complete necessary paperwork, including load inspection paperwork and scale logs. Professional conduct when dealing with clients delivering waste. Familiarity with PPE and adherence to company safety policies and procedures. Additional Skills & Qualifications Familiarity with SCADA or electronic control systems is a plus. Training is provided in all areas for the right applicant. Why Work Here? Join a rapidly growing company in Jessup, MD, with opportunities for advancement and excellent benefits upon permanent placement. Be a part of a team that values growth and innovation. Work Environment Work in a cutting-edge Anaerobic Digestion facility focused on renewable energy. The role involves directing transportation vehicles, inspecting loads, and operating heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to process organic waste materials. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Jessup, MD. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Jessup,MD. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 2026. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Created: 2026-03-08