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Waste Connections
Heavy Equipment Operator
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What they do
An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.
$59,632 / year median in New York
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Heavy Equipment Operator Waste Connections $25/hr long term disability, 401(k) United States, York, Rensselaer Aug 19, 2026 Hiring Immediately! Overtime Eligible
Weekly pay! County Waste / Dunn Landfill has animmediateopening for an Equipment Operatorto work at our site in Rensselaer, NY.
Pay Rate:
$25/hr+ Depending on experienceSchedule:
Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 5:30pm Why Choose Us? We are Waste Connections, an integrated services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services to local residents and businesses throughout the U.S. and Canada. We're proud to be a different kind of company with a different kind of culture. One where self-directed, empowered employees have our trust and full support to realize their potential as they strive to make a bigger and better impact on their communities and careers every day. Our priority is to make sure we hire safe equipment operators that care about the safety of our team and the service provided to our customers. As a equipment operator with us the minimum responsibilities are: Operating heavy equipment such as: bulldozers, wheel loaders, motor grader, scraper, and compactors. Performing routine inspection and maintenance on equipment. Promoting continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices. Interacting with customers and Waste Connections employees to determinesafe and environmentally sound solutions toserviceissues.What we need from you:
2+ years' experience running equipment Knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance. Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures. What you'll get from us: Competitive Compensation 401(K) with company match; let us help you save for your future Healthcare; Medical, Dental, Vision Perks, perks, perks! Employee Assistance Mental Health Program, Emergency Travel Assistance, Prepaid Legal Plan, Scholarship Opportunities for kids, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Relief FundInsurance:
Life, Short Term/Long Term Disability Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status. #ACOperatorBenefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Employee Stock Options (ESOs)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance