Heavy Equipment Operator - Landfill

City of Corsicana; Corsicana (TX); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

TMRS retirement with city match

Paid holidays and leave

Longevity pay

Job summary

City of Corsicana is seeking a qualified individual to operate heavy equipment at the municipal landfill. Responsibilities include operating bulldozers, graders, scrapers, compactors, and water trucks, plus inspections and safety monitoring.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, experience with heavy equipment, and the ability to read/write records. Candidates must work outdoors, long shifts, and follow all safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience operating heavy equipment in a landfill or similar environment.
• Ability to read and write records and reports.
• Knowledge of safety precautions and ability to perform strenuous labor.
• Able to work outdoors in varying weather and long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as bulldozers, graders, scrapers, compactors, and water trucks.
• Perform daily inspections and report issues or safety concerns.
• Direct and control traffic within the landfill and assist with site roads.
• Inspect incoming loads for compliance with TCEQ rules.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare daily/monthly reports.
• Provide customer service at the scale house and assist with billing.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Safety awareness

Ability to follow instructions

Stamina for long shifts

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operates heavy equipment such as bulldozers, motor graders, scrapers, compactors, and water trucks in support of landfill operations.
• Performs daily inspections and basic maintenance of assigned equipment and reports mechanical issues or safety concerns.
• Assists with maintaining landfill roads, drainage areas, slopes, working areas, and other site improvements.
• Directs and controls traffic within the landfill to promote safe movement of vehicles and equipment.
• Inspects incoming loads at the working face to verify accordance with Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Rules and Regulations for Municipal Solid Waste Management as written in the Site Operating Plan.
• Climbs into trucks and trailers as needed to examine incoming waste loads.
• Assists with scale house operations, including collecting landfill fees and providing customer service.
• Maintains accurate records related to landfill activities, fees, loads, equipment, and other required information.
• Prepares and submits daily and monthly billing and operational reports.
• Performs general labor tasks such as mowing, retrieving wind-blown paper, building portable fence, moving pumps as needed, cleaning equipment, etc.
• Follows TCEQ requirements, City policies, safety procedures, and established landfill operating practices.
• Attends required waste screening courses, safety training, and other assigned training.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Communicates with supervisors, coworkers, customers, contractors, and other individuals by telephone, two-way radio, and in person.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Ability to:

• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Work independently in the absence of supervision
• Communicate effectively with the public, city employees, and contractors in a courteous manner
• Climb on and off of equipment and operate the equipment for 6-12 hours per day, 7 days per week, if necessary
• Climb into trucks and trailers to examine loads
• Work outside in extreme or varying weather conditions

Requirements, training, education, and experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must have knowledge of landfill operations and ability to read and write various records or reports
• Must have experience in heavy equipment operation
• Must have knowledge of common safety precautions necessary in the area of work assignment, and the physical strength and agility to do strenuous laboring tasks

Conditions of Employment:

The City of Corsicana has established the goal of a 100% drug and alcohol-free workplace. Applicants will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment and will be subject to further drug and alcohol testing throughout their period of employment. Must have and maintain a valid Texas Driver’s License and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record. Punctuality and regular attendance is required. Must satisfactorily complete a one-year probation period.

When you join the City of Corsicana, your compensation extends far beyond your hourly wage or annual salary. Our comprehensive benefits package represents a significant investment in every employee's financial security, health, and future retirement.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic life insurance equal to 1X the employee’s annual base salary up to $100,000 and Supplemental Death Benefit equal to 1X the annual base salary, reduced to $7,500 after retirement through the retirement system (TMRS)
• Optional additional insurance policies
• Retirement through Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 7 % employee contribution and a 2:1 City match
• Optional tax deferred supplemental 457B plan
• Employees accrue sick leave at a rate of one workday for each month employed
• Employees accrue vacation leave at rates dependent upon years of service
• Employees receive one day each fiscal year for personal leave
• The City observes 13 paid holidays
• Longevity pay equal to $6.00/month times length of service with the City of Corsicana.