Landfill Equipment Operator II

Application Deadline :

Open Until Filled Dependent on experience and qualifications.

Annual Salary:

$ 45,752.51 - $ 60,369.50

Benefited, Non-Exempt Hourly Wage:

$ 21.99 - $ 29.02 The City of Laramie is accepting applications for a Landfill Equipment Operator II position. Ideal candidates will be highly motivated and eager to apply their skills safely and efficiently while delivering excellent customer service.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform various duties related to landfill, recycling, and diversion operations, including but not limited to hauling dirt to cover garbage and other waste material; assisting with scale house operations as needed, directing dumping; monitoring for unacceptable waste; building roads to new waste areas, maintaining roads for public travel; constructing and moving fences to contain litter, aiding with litter collection, composting, and recycling. Perform daily pre- and post-trip inspections by checking the condition of equipment, including oil and fluid levels, brakes, and lights. Clean and maintain landfill equipment, and fill and grease vehicles. Operate various heavy equipment and tools used in solid waste disposal, including scrapers, wheel loaders, compactors, dozers, and balers, with precision, caution, and accuracy. Work safely at all times, especially when operating large vehicles and equipment. Maintain simple records and logs; complete reports as necessary. Keep waste compacted and covered, as specified in the landfill permit. May be required to assist the collections side of the Solid Waste Division. Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications and Requirements:

A combination of the following experience and training would be qualifying. Possession of a Commercial Driver's License (Class B minimum) is highly preferred, but at a minimum, the ability to obtain a Class B CDL within 6 months. The City will provide training to obtain the CDL. Possession of or ability to obtain a landfill operator's certification. Some experience operating heavy equipment. Occasional weekends, holidays, and overtime might be required.

Special Requirements:

Ability to sit, stand, kneel, crouch, squat, stoop, reach, crawl, twist, climb, and lift up to 75 pounds. Exposure to cold, dust, heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, confining workspace, and mechanical hazards. Ability to visit various sites and locations. Ability to develop and sustain effective working relationships. Why Join Our Team? The City of Laramie provides a comprehensive benefits package to promote employee well-being and work-life balance. It includes health and dental insurance with employer contributions, along with options for vision, life, and disability coverage. Employees also benefit from a retirement pension plan, paid annual leave, designated paid holidays, and the chance to participate in a community volunteer day. Additional benefits may include wellness initiatives, discounted gym memberships, access to LCCC courses, and free counseling sessions. Applicants who are offered appointments will be required to pass a drug screening, a comprehensive background investigation, and a driver's license check. The City of Laramie is an EEO/ADA employer and a smoke-free workplace.