Senior / Lead Equipment Operator

About the role

Maryland Environmental Service is seeking experienced Senior and Lead Equipment Operators to join the team at the Oaks Landfill in Derwood, MD. The role involves commercial driving and operating a variety of heavy equipment to support environmental services for public and private clients.

Key responsibilities

• Provide commercial driving services for MES clients at multiple field locations.
• Operate heavy equipment such as wheel loaders, excavators, and forklifts.
• Perform essential maintenance checks on equipment, including fluid levels, oil, coolant, and grease points.

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED with 3‑5 years of heavy‑equipment operation experience.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with tanker endorsement.
• Ability to work independently and execute job tasks safely.

Required skills

• Proficiency with at least two types of heavy equipment (e.g., wheel loaders, excavators, forklifts).
• Commercial driving experience, preferably with walking floor trailers.
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance procedures.

What we offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $52,743.60 to $79,781.52 annually.
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance options.
• 401K retirement plan with generous agency match.
• Paid vacation, personal and sick leave, plus eleven paid holidays.
• Tuition assistance.