Landfill Equipment Operator - Department of Public Works / Solid Waste

Carroll County Government; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Compensatory Time

Call-Back Pay

Job summary

Carroll County Government seeks an experienced Landfill Equipment Operator at the Northern Landfill. You will operate various heavy and light equipment, grade waste, and haul leachate while maintaining safety and accurate paperwork.

This Full-Time role reports to the Solid Waste Manager and offers overtime opportunities. You will be responsible for routine maintenance, data entry, and adherence to DOT and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One+ years of related experience preferred.
• Class B CDL with Tanker Endorsement or ability to obtain within six months.
• DOT physical card and Bloodborne Pathogen training or obtain within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy, medium, and light equipment including CDL and non-CDL vehicles in a landfill environment.
• Grade and compact waste and soil cover to maintain the disposal cell.
• Move scrap metal, tires, brush, and other materials with loaders and trucks.
• Perform general light maintenance and assist mechanics as needed.
• Document maintenance and daily activities in the system; complete required paperwork.
• Follow safety rules to maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Support department goals and seek learning opportunities.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

CDL operation

Safety awareness

Maintenance tasks

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Landfill Equipment Operator

Information

Pay Range (Grade): $24.14 - $42.23 (H400)

Hiring Pay Range: $24.14 - $25.35

Other Compensation Offered: Overtime, Compensatory Time, Call-Back Pay

Employment Type: Full-Time, 40 hours per week

Organization: Public Works - Solid Waste

Location: Northern Landfill

Reports to: Solid Waste Manager

Classification: Non-Exempt (40803)

Who We Are

At Carroll County Government, we look for people who are eager to engage in meaningful work that positively impacts our community. As public servants, our sense of purpose and motivation to work hard starts with the value we place on relationships with coworkers, community partners, and those we serve. We strive to build collaborative and passionate teams, with opportunities to learn and explore new possibilities in a welcoming workplace. As a team, we are committed, inspired, and connected to make a difference in the community.

What You Will Do

As a Landfill Equipment Operator, you will operate heavy, medium, and light equipment to grade and compact solid waste, place and grade soil, move scrap metal and haul landfill leachate. Working under the direction of the Solid Waste Manager, you will perform maintenance and complete paperwork while maintaining a safe work environment. The work you do will help Carroll County Government provide effective services related to solid waste.

Essential Duties

• Operate heavy, medium, and light equipment and CDL and non-CDL vehicles, including track and rubber-tired loaders, end dump, bulldozer, backhoe, tank truck, landfill compactor, power broom, and pick-up/small trucks. Operations may be in close proximity to other equipment, vehicles, and the public.

• Grade and compact solid waste at the landfill disposal cell; place and grade soil cover over trash.

• Operate rubber tire loader to move scrap metal, tires, brush, mulch, stone, dirt, and other materials.

• Operate track loader excavator and dump truck to excavate, haul, and place cover soils.

• Perform general light maintenance on vehicles, equipment, tools, and infrastructure. Assist Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic in performing medium or heavy maintenance as needed.

• Load and haul landfill leachate and septage for disposal at local treatment plants.

• Collect and record data using a maintenance management system, including logging daily work, documenting pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections, and preventative maintenance tasks. Complete routine paperwork such as time sheets and reports.

• Follow all established safety rules and regulations. Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment.

• Ensure all work is complete and timely to support department goals. Evaluate feedback and procedures to improve efficiency.

• Invite collaboration and seek learning opportunities. Proactively assist peers to create a supportive work environment.

• Exhibit integrity, ethics, and fiscal responsibility.

How You Will Succeed

Your Skills

• Occupational Health and Safety (Developing)

• Vehicle and Equipment Operation (Developing)

• Repair and Maintenance (Developing)

• Hand and Power Tools (Developing)

Your Strengths

• Service Excellence

• Decision Making

• Collaborating with Others

• Safety Focus

• Quality Focus

• Continuous Learning

• Fostering Communication

• Managing Project Execution

• Planning and Organizing

You Might Be a Good Fit If

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or general education diploma (GED)

• One or more years of related experience

• A comparable amount of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirement.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Class B commercial driver's license (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement (or must obtain Tanker Endorsement within six months of employment)

• Department of Transportation (DOT) physical card

• Bloodborne Pathogen training (or must obtain within 60 days of employment)

Additional Information

• Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.

• Will be required to work outside of standard hours.

• May be identified as Essential Personnel during emergency situations.

• On-call for weather related emergencies and facility related issues

• Must meet Carroll County Risk Management driver eligibility requirements

Working Conditions

• Frequent exposure to potentially adverse environmental conditions, including, but not limited to, chemicals, noise, and airborne particles.

• Frequent exposure to potentially adverse weather conditions.

• Frequent physical activity: lifting and carrying over 50lbs, climbing ladders and steps, standing/walking, pushing/pulling, bending, reaching, squatting, stooping, kneeling, and related activities.

• Must wear appropriate PPE as required.

Why You Will Love Working Here

All the Benefits You Need

Carroll County Government is dedicated to fostering a culture focused on the total well-being of our employees. For eligible employees, this includes:

• Generous paid time off
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Flexible schedules and remote options, when applicable
• Comprehensive, no deductible medical plans including prescription and vision coverage, low-cost dental plan, and County paid basic life insurance.
• Pension, 401k, and 457 Retirement Accounts
• Up to $9,000 in Tuition Assistance per fiscal year

Find out more here: Carroll County Government | Carroll County, Maryland (carrollcountymd.gov)

Carroll County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.The County Commissioners of Carroll County recognize the rights of all people, including County employees, to equal opportunity. Discrimination against County employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability is strictly prohibited. The Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles I and II, applies to County government employment. If you have questions, suggestions, or complaints, please contact Kristy L. Bixler, Director, Human Resources and Carroll County Government Americans with Disabilities Coordinator for Employment, at the Department of Human Resources (410-386-2129) or Md. Relay 711/800-735-2258. The mailing address is 225 North Center Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157.

Questions or need assistance?Please contact us at [e-mail], via telephone at 410-386-2129 or stop by our office at 225 N. Center Street, Room 100, Westminster, MD 21157 during normal business hours.

Disclaimer:This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.