Landfill Equipment Operator – Lead/Independent Roles

Garfield County Colorado; Rifle (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Garfield County, Colorado is seeking skilled persons to operate a range of heavy and light landfill equipment at the Rifle facility. The role includes independent work for the Operator level and lead responsibilities for the Crew Lead level, with an internal career ladder guiding growth.

Responsibilities include loading, spreading, covering waste, monitoring gas levels, and conducting environmental inspections.

Qualifications

• Landfill Equipment Operator requires a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of operator experience.
• Landfill Equipment Operator/Crew Lead requires four years of operator experience and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Operate various landfill equipment proficiently without supervision as applicable to level.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspect equipment prior to use.
• Plow snow/ice and maintain facilities for access in all weather conditions.
• Monitor gas levels and conduct environmental inspections as required.
• Lead field staff and assist in training and scheduling when designated as Crew Lead.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Safety procedures

Gas level monitoring

Environmental inspections

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Four years of operator experience

Two years of operator experience

Tools

Weigh scale

Backhoe

Loader

Bulldozers

Welding equipment

Job description

Garfield County, Colorado is seeking skilled persons to operate a range of heavy and light landfill equipment at the Rifle facility. The role includes independent work for the Operator level and lead responsibilities for the Crew Lead level, with an internal career ladder guiding growth.

Responsibilities include loading, spreading, covering waste, monitoring gas levels, and conducting environmental inspections.