Mechanic & Heavy Equipment Operator

Chittenden Solid Waste District; Williston (VT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Chittenden Solid Waste District is hiring a Full-Time Mechanic & Heavy Equipment Operator in Williston, VT. The role combines diagnosing equipment issues, preventative maintenance, and repairs with hands-on operation of heavy machinery to support our compost operations.

Candidates should have mechanical training through a technical program or similar education. Previous professional experience is preferred but not required, with training provided and a strong emphasis on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Mechanical training from a technical program, certificate, apprenticeship, or equivalent.
• Experience preferred but not required; recent graduates welcome.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot heavy equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose equipment problems and perform preventive maintenance.
• Complete repairs to keep fleet operating safely and reliably.
• Operate loaders, excavators, skid steers, or other heavy equipment as needed.
• Follow safety procedures and work outdoors in an industrial environment.

Skills

Loader & Excavator Operation

General mechanical maintenance

Safety-minded

Education

Technical/mechanical training

Job description

Full-Time Mechanic & Heavy Equipment Operator

CSWD is seeking a mechanically trained, hands-on individual to join our compost operation as a Mechanic and Heavy Equipment Operator. In this dual role, you will spend a portion of your time diagnosing equipment problems, perform preventive maintenance, and complete repairs to keep our fleet operating safely and reliably. The remainder of your time will be spent operating heavy equipment in support of daily facility operations.

Candidates should have mechanical training through a technical program, certificate program, apprenticeship, military service, or comparable education. Previous professional mechanic experience is preferred but is not required. We are open to candidates who have recently completed their training and are ready to apply and expand their skills in a working equipment-maintenance environment.

Experience operating loaders, excavators, skid steers, agricultural equipment, or other heavy equipment is strongly preferred. Candidates should also be self-motivated, safety-conscious, dependable, and comfortable working outdoors in an active industrial environment.

CSWD will provide training on our specific equipment, facility procedures, and composting operations; however, applicants should arrive with a working foundation in mechanical systems and repair.

Pay is $30–$35 per hour, depending on experience, training, and certifications, with excellent benefits and a generous paid-time-off package.

This position is open until filled.