DATE:

July 27 th 2026

CLOSING DATE:

Until Filled

POSITION

Equipment Operator

DEPARTMENT

SOLID WASTE General Summary:

Operates and maintains a variety of light and heavy motor equipment used in the collection, transporting and disposal of Solid Waste at a designated landfill. Competencies for

Successful Performance of Job Duties:

Working knowledge of material recovery facility, landfill operations, convenience center operations and a working knowledge of safety operations. Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment. Heavy equipment such as Bulldozer, Compactor, Front-end loader, and Tri-axle, and Roll-Off trucks, Off-Road Truck; mechanical equipment; riding mower, air tank, push mower, and sprayers, other motorized vehicles and equipment: high production, high-density baler, sorting line. Ability to accurately screen in-coming wastes; ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors, and regulatory agencies. Must possess working knowledge of department terminology; working knowledge of sanitary landfill operations and requirements; working knowledge of safety operations. Skill in operating the necessary landfill equipment. Ability to accurately compile and portray complex data; ability to establish an effective working relationship with other employees, supervisors, and regulatory agencies. Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions; ability to observe proper safety precautions; ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors, and the public; ability to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions and the ability to drive and operate a variety of light and heavy equipment under varying conditions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience High School diploma or equivalency 1 to 3 years' experience Required Licenses, Skills or Certifications A valid Driver's or ability to obtain one and CDL/ Class B License, if requested.