Landfill Equipment Operator I — CDL-B Eligible

Highlands County BCC; Sebring (FL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disaster Essential

Drug-free workplace

Job summary

Highlands County Board of County Commissioners seeks a semi-skilled operator for Solid Waste to run landfill light equipment and assist in the daily operations of the facility. The role includes performing maintenance, handling HHW and E-waste, and ensuring proper disposal practices.

The position requires a Florida CDL Class B or higher (or ability to obtain within six months), one year of entry-level equipment experience, and certification readiness for HHW/E-Waste.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent; one year of experience operating construction equipment at entry level preferred.
• Ability to obtain Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and E-Waste certifications through TREEO or DEP/County programs.
• Must possess Florida CDL, Class B or higher, or obtain within six months of probation completion.
• Disaster Essential position; drug-free workplace with potential screening for illegal drug use.

Responsibilities

• Operate landfill light equipment such as articulating trucks, water trucks, tractors, bobcat loaders and ATVs.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on equipment; wash and service as needed.
• Adhere to safety policies and maintain a clean, professional work area.
• Inspect loads for prohibited items and advise the public on proper disposal methods.
• Coordinate schedules and prepare manifests for recyclable products, HHW and E-waste transport.
• Maintain daily logs and submit monthly DEP reports for the Solid Waste/Recycling office.
• Furnish written reports of daily activities, vehicle inspections and load inspections.

Skills

Equipment operation

Maintenance

Safety awareness

Public instruction

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma preferred

Job description

Highlands County Board of County Commissioners seeks a semi-skilled operator for Solid Waste to run landfill light equipment and assist in the daily operations of the facility. The role includes performing maintenance, handling HHW and E-waste, and ensuring proper disposal practices.

The position requires a Florida CDL Class B or higher (or ability to obtain within six months), one year of entry-level equipment experience, and certification readiness for HHW/E-Waste.