Equipment Operator II - SWD

Greenwood County Government; Greenwood (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Greenwood County Government operates the county landfill and seeks a skilled equipment operator to manage waste compaction, grading, daily cover applications, and site maintenance. The role requires operating front-end loaders, bulldozers, and other heavy equipment with attention to safety and efficiency.

The position features a Monday–Friday schedule, with responsibilities including traffic direction, load screening, and minor preventive maintenance on equipment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of heavy equipment operation or related experience.
• Valid S.C. CDL Driver’s License with appropriate endorsements and landfill operator certification.

Responsibilities

• Waste compaction & grading using landfill equipment to maximize space.
• Apply daily cover to control odors and pests; inspect loads for hazards.
• Perform routine site maintenance and safety inspections; assist with drainage.
• Direct traffic to dumping areas and ensure compliance with rules.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Site maintenance

Traffic direction

Preventive maintenance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CDL License

Landfill certifications

Job description

This position within the County Landfill is to operate and perform routine preventative maintenance on various types of heavy equipment such as bulldozers, front-end loaders, motor graders, equipment crane, pans, compactors, etc. Duties include spreading, compacting and covering waste; digging trenches; grading and stock piling soil.

Works under close to general supervision according to set procedures, but determines how or when to complete tasks.

Essential Functions (and other duties as assigned):

• Waste Compaction & Grading: Operating specialized landfill compactors and bulldozers to push, level, and crush refuse into dense layers to conserve space.
• Daily Cover Application: Covering compacted waste with soil or alternative daily cover (ADC) to control odors, pests, and blowing litter.
• Site Maintenance: Grading access roads, maintaining drainage ditches, and managing stormwater pollution controls
• Traffic Direction & Screening: Guiding commercial and public vehicles to the correct dumping areas and inspecting incoming loads for prohibited or hazardous materials.
• Equipment Upkeep: Conducting pre- and post-shift safety inspections, lubricating parts, and performing minor preventative maintenance

Additional Duties

• Transports equipment to job sites
• Executes routine preventive maintenance on department vehicles and equipment. Completes vehicle and equipment maintenance inspection and indicates when service and repairs are needed. Issues are reported to supervisor
• Performs related work as assigned

Solid Waste Disposal:

This position within the County Landfill is to operate and perform routine preventative maintenance on various types of heavy equipment such as bulldozers, front-end loaders, motor graders, equipment crane, pans, compactors, etc. Duties include spreading, compacting and covering waste; digging trenches; grading and stock piling soil.

Works under close to general supervision according to set procedures, but determines how or when to complete tasks.

Essential Functions (and other duties as assigned):

• Waste Compaction & Grading: Operating specialized landfill compactors and bulldozers to push, level, and crush refuse into dense layers to conserve space.
• Daily Cover Application: Covering compacted waste with soil or alternative daily cover (ADC) to control odors, pests, and blowing litter.
• Site Maintenance: Grading access roads, maintaining drainage ditches, and managing stormwater pollution controls
• Traffic Direction & Screening: Guiding commercial and public vehicles to the correct dumping areas and inspecting incoming loads for prohibited or hazardous materials.
• Equipment Upkeep: Conducting pre- and post-shift safety inspections, lubricating parts, and performing minor preventative maintenance

Additional Duties

• Transports equipment to job sites
• Executes routine preventive maintenance on department vehicles and equipment. Completes vehicle and equipment maintenance inspection and indicates when service and repairs are needed. Issues are reported to supervisor
• Performs related work as assigned

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit for long periods
• Climb in and out of equipment
• Occasionally lift heavy objects
• Working outdoors in various weather conditions.

Type: Full Time

Workdays are Monday through Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Salary Range: $40,445.64 to $60,668.45

REQUIRED Education and Experience

• High School graduate or GED equivalent
• One year of heavy equipment operation experience or related field OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience

Special Certifications and Licenses:

• Valid S.C. CDL Driver’s License with appropriate endorsements
• Solid Waste Disposal-SCDHEC Landfill Operator Certification

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance

Greenwood County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Greenwood County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Military leave
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance