Heavy Equipment Operator- Landfill

Brown County; Aberdeen (SD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Brown County is seeking an individual responsible for operating heavy equipment as part of landfill operations in Aberdeen, South Dakota. The role includes duties such as pushing solid waste, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or specialized training and be able to obtain a Class A commercial driver's license. This position requires excellent customer service skills and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Completion of specialized training in the field of work.
• Experience with heavy equipment operation is preferred.
• Ability to obtain a Class A commercial driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment at landfill site effectively.
• Perform daily equipment maintenance and inspections.
• Assist customers and ensure proper waste management.

Skills

Knowledge of landfill operations

Heavy equipment operation and maintenance

Customer service skills

Oral and written communication skills

Planning and organization skills

Education

High school diploma or specialized training

Valid Class A commercial driver’s license

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for operating heavy equipment in support of county landfill operations.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Operates loader to push solid waste, load and unload trucks, and assists with snow removal.
• Operates a compactor; places and packs solid waste.
• Operates a scraper to move dirt and cover solid waste.
• Operates a roll-off truck/hook truck to load and unload various materials.
• Operates skid steer, dozer, road grader, water truck, tractor and chip spreader, and other landfill equipment.
• Maintains roads and grading of landfill site.
• Ensures proper erosion control of landfill area.
• Compacts waste into landfill space to ensure proper compaction is achieved.
• Fuels equipment daily; completes daily equipment inspections; records daily inspection and service log.
• Cleans equipment and performs routine maintenance.
• Loades roll-off containers with residential waste for hauling to compaction area.
• Patrols county dump sites; removes large or potential damaging materials; collects litter.
• Provides direction and assistance to customers.
• Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of landfill operations rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of landfill operation.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment operation and maintenance principles.
• Skill in planning, organization, and decision making.
• Skill in the operation of landfill equipment.
• Skill in providing customer services.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Landfill Manager assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include state and federal environmental rules and regulations and county and department policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY / SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of related equipment operation duties. Inclement weather conditions contribute to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to operate heavy equipment in support of county landfill operations. Successful performance contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of those operations.

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with co-workers and the general public.
• Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while intermittently standing, stooping, bending, crouching, or walking. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and must distinguish between shades of color.
• The work is typically performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving points, contagious or infectious diseases, or irritating chemicals. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, or gloves.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to a high school diploma.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Class A commercial driver’s license issued by the State of South Dakota for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Equal Opportunity Employer