Equipment Operator II – Solid Waste Transfer

Montgomery County; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Environmental Services is seeking a full-time Equipment Operator II (HEO) to support the Solid Waste team in Dayton, OH.

The role involves operating transfer station equipment, directing vehicles, ensuring safe, efficient loading and payload optimization, and performing preventive maintenance.

Schedule is Monday–Friday 11am–7:30pm with Saturdays on a volunteer basis; a CDL with endorsements and a valid Ohio license are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; CDL with endorsements.
• 1 year of experience operating the listed equipment with CDL, or 3 years of experience without CDL.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license with acceptable driving record; must obtain temporary CDL within probation and full CDL within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Operate transfer station heavy equipment to load, transfer, and compact trash and recyclables.
• Direct inbound vehicles and ensure loads are placed safely.
• Perform pre- and post-operation inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
• Maintain safety guidelines to protect workers and the public.
• Document required equipment checks and maintenance records.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Communication

CDL endorsement

Education

High school diploma

CDL with endorsements

Tools

Rubber tired front loaders

Wheeled excavator

Skid steers/Bobcat

Roll-off truck

Backhoe

Street sweepers

Snowplow

Compactors

Grinder

Job description

Montgomery County Environmental Services is seeking a full-time Equipment Operator II (HEO) to support the Solid Waste team in Dayton, OH.

The role involves operating transfer station equipment, directing vehicles, ensuring safe, efficient loading and payload optimization, and performing preventive maintenance.

Schedule is Monday–Friday 11am–7:30pm with Saturdays on a volunteer basis; a CDL with endorsements and a valid Ohio license are required.