Crane/Tower Operator jobs in Dundalk, MD

Synagro partners with stakeholders to clean our water, protect our environment and serve our communities by generating worth from what others consider waste. We work to protect the health of our water, our Earth and those who depend on them now and in the future. Synagro takes pride in having zero layoffs during the pandemic and the business continues to thrive during difficult times.

What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work? Here are some highlights of what Synagro has to offer:

• 15 days paid time off
• 10 Holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire)
• Health Saving Account (HSA) with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with company match (fully vested upon hire)
• Career growth and promotional opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement

JOB SUMMARY

Performs various project work which requires safely operating vehicles and a variety of equipment that may include, but not limited to; belt press, centrifuge, dredger, large submersible pumps, telehandler. Excavator, front end loader, jockey truck, and electrical experience is a plus. Additional duties include confined space digester tank entry, fire hose operator, pump cleanout during tank cleaning operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• All aspects of mobile de-watering and cleaning of wastewater treatment plant digester tanks and pond cleaning.
• Operate 6" hydraulic pumps, confined space tank entry, and in tank fire hose operation.
• Assist with equipment mobilization, site set-up, hooking up hoses, setting pumps and generator hook up.
• Operate equipment in a safe manner at all times.
• Conduct daily inspections and perform preventative maintenance on the pumps and site equipment.
• Maintain proper storage of equipment and tools.
• Maintain operation records.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Communication skills - verbal and written
• Ability to operate heavy or agricultural equipment in a safe manner
• Ability to perform basic math
• Efficiently operate and use smart phone
• Mechanical aptitude is a plus
• Ability to follow directions
• Ability to travel from job site to job site. Overnight travel may be required.
  
  

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Valid Drivers' License
• Minimum 2 years of project work experience preferred
• Safe driving record

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Sitting, Climbing, Balancing, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Feeling, Lifting up to 50 lbs., Talking, Hearing, and Seeing.
• The worker is subject to confined spaces.
• The worker is subject to outside environmental conditions.
• The worker is subject atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
• The worker is subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places.
• This position requires travel and overtime.
  
  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all essential job functions, knowledge, skills, abilities, efforts, and physical or working conditions associated with a position.

AA/EOE/M/F/D/V
We thank all individuals for their interest in Synagro however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.