Heavy Equipment Operator - Landfill

Summary

Job Description

• Ensure the tipping table is clean and orderly to accept each day’s trash. 
• Keep tipping table trash safely arranged to allow loader to remove recyclables.
• Inspect assigned equipment and prepare pre-trips and post-trips as required.
• Keep hazardous and otherwise prohibited wastes out of the transfer station and landfills.
• Keep tipping table clear of trash for customers to unload safely.
• Be aware of emergency contacts and procedures.
• Perform any other duties assigned by Landfill supervisor.
• Reports any unsafe situations to direct supervisor.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.                                                                    
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma and/or GED.
• 1 year of operating 950 CAT, 938 CAT, Hauling Truck.
• Must be able to read and understand safety rules, operating manuals, and maintenance instructions pertaining to assigned vehicles.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual – English/Spanish.
• Basic first aid and CPR training.

Physical/Environmental Demands:

• Physical:
  • Standing, walking, sitting, seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously.
  • Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, concentration, & interpersonal abilities continuously.
  • Eye/hand coordination, handling, & wrist motion continuously.
• Environmental:
  • Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet/hot conditions, & noise continuously.
  • Works outside only. 

​Salary: $31.25 (Includes Prevailing Wage which is the combination of the basic hourly wage and the value of fringe benefits)

Schedule: Monday - Friday 10 am - 7 pm

Benefits: