Heavy Equipment Operator

Davita Inc.; Blossom (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in waste management is looking for an Equipment Operator in Blossom, Texas. The role involves operating machinery in an outdoor landfill environment, ensuring safe practices while maintaining the site. Candidates with prior landfill experience or a willingness to learn will be considered.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K retirement

Long term disability

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Qualifications

• One year of previous experience operating light equipment is required.
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather.
• Familiarity with safe operating practices.

Responsibilities

• Operating heavy machinery like Compactors and Excavators.
• Spreading and compacting trash at the landfill.
• Assisting with other duties around the landfill.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer Service

Job description

We are looking for anEquipment Operator to join the team Blossom, Texas. Previous landfill or waste experience would be a huge plus, but willing to train the right candidate.

Pay: $20.00-$22.00/hr. 55+ hours/week,

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Spreading and compacting trash using a Compactor
• Spreading daily cover using a Dozer
• Excavating soil using an Excavator
• Maintaining haul roads using a Grader
• Hauling soil
• Assist with other duties around the Landfill.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• The work environment is an outdoor Landfill setting. The employee will work near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibrations. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. Areas are clean, ventilated, and well lit.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Operate several pieces of light equipment throughout the work day.
• Work in a fast-paced, team environment
• Work outdoors in all types of weather
• Follow safe operating practices
• Learn and use interpersonal skills relating to good customer service
• Write and comprehend reports well enough to complete daily assignments
• Have one year of previous experience operating light equipment
• Previous landfill experience is a plus BUT not required!

We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement.

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.