Heavy Equipment Operator / Property Maintenance Technician

At Edge Rubber , an Ecore company, we transform reclaimed rubber into innovative performance surfaces that protect people and the planet. Our products power everything from playgrounds and gyms to hospitals, courts, and even rockets—helping people in motion be their strongest, healthiest selves. As a high-growth, sustainability-driven company, we’re leading the way in circular innovation by keeping rubber out of landfills and turning waste into wellness, safety, and performance.

We’re excited to find individuals who are eager to be part of a team that’s driving global impact through innovation, sustainability, and purpose. Location: 811 Progress Road, Chambersburg, PA 17201 HEAVY EQUIPMENT & EXCAVATOR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• MUST HAVE 1st Shift | Monday-Friday $20.00-$24.00 per hour (based on experience) Are you an experienced heavy equipment operator who enjoys working outdoors and taking pride in maintaining equipment and facilities? We are seeking a safety-focused, mechanically inclined professional to join our growing tire recycling and rubber processing operation. This position combines heavy equipment operation with facility and property maintenance responsibilities in a dynamic industrial environment.

What You'll Do

Heavy Equipment & Processing Operations Operate excavators, loaders, skid steers, forklifts, material handlers, and hydraulic shear equipment Process scrap tires, rubber materials, and recyclable commodities Inspect incoming materials and identify prohibited or hazardous items Monitor equipment performance and product quality Perform daily equipment inspections and operational checks Complete basic preventative maintenance, lubrication, and minor repairs Assist with loading and unloading trailers Maintain production records and equipment logs Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout requirements Property & Facility Maintenance Maintain buildings, grounds, fencing, gates, parking lots, and exterior infrastructure Perform facility inspections and address maintenance needs Operate mowers, trimmers, and grounds maintenance equipment Assist with snow removal, storm cleanup, and seasonal maintenance Complete minor repairs including painting, carpentry, plumbing, and general maintenance tasks Support facility improvement and site beautification projects Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment Qualifications Required ✅ Heavy equipment and excavator operating experience ✅ Experience operating equipment such as: Excavators Skid Steers Loaders Forklifts ✅ Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills ✅ Ability to work independently and safely in an industrial environment ✅ Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions ✅ Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically active work Preferred Experience in recycling, manufacturing, construction, agriculture, or heavy industrial operations Tire recycling or scrap processing experience Property or facility maintenance experience Forklift certification Welding, fabrication, or industrial maintenance experience Work Environment This position is based in a tire recycling and rubber processing facility and includes both equipment operation and outdoor property maintenance.

Candidates should be comfortable working around moving machinery, industrial traffic, dust, noise, and changing weather conditions. Why Join Us? Competitive hourly pay: $20.00-$24.00/hour Stable Monday-Friday, 1st Shift schedule Diverse work combining equipment operation and hands-on maintenance Opportunity to work with a growing recycling and environmental sustainability operation Apply Today!

If you have excavator experience, heavy equipment skills, and enjoy hands-on work in an industrial environment , we'd like to hear from you. Join a team focused on safety, operational excellence, and environmental responsibility.

What we offer

Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance coverage 401k with a company match PTO Hours are accrued from Day 1 Tuition reimbursement Opportunities for development and internal promotions Two minute walk to eco-friendly public transportation from rabbittransit Sometimes the best jobs get missed because people think they don’t have what it takes.

At Ecore, we know hard work, reliability, and a good attitude matter most. No matter your background, experience, or where you’ve come from, if this job sounds like something you’d be proud to do, we’re excited to meet you. Ecore International is an equal opportunity employer. (Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans). We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE APPLICANTS: Ecore International and its subsidiaries participate in the E-Verify program. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and/or the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

If, after an applicant has been extended and accepted an offer of employment, the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to provide you written instructions and an opportunity to contact SSA and/or DHS before taking adverse action against you, including withdrawal of the offer of employment or terminating your employment.

Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants or to re-verify current employees and may not limit or influence the choice of documents presented for use on the Form I-9. In order to determine whether Form I-9 documentation is valid, this employer may use E-Verify's photo screening tool to match the photograph appearing on some permanent resident and employment authorization cards with the official U.

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