Recycling & Waste Equipment Operator (Full-Time)

Rice-County,-Mn; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Rice County is seeking an Equipment Operator to manage the collection of recyclables and determine disposition of materials at the Rice County Landfill. This role involves operating light equipment, loading and transporting recyclables, and assisting with hazardous waste collection.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 1–3 years of related experience, and a Class C Driver’s License at hire. Preferred candidates may hold a Class B license and Landfill Operators Certificate.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and one to three years related experience.
• Class C Driver’s License required upon hire.
• Preferred qualifications include a Class B Commercial License and a Landfill Operators Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Operates light equipment including forklifts, balers, skid loaders, conveyors and all other equipment used to process recycling materials for shipment.
• Receives recyclables at the public drop off area and answers questions for the public.
• Performs daily maintenance on all equipment used in the department.
• Performs building and grounds maintenance to promote a clean and safe work environment.
• May move garbage from public drop sites and commercial loads to specific areas in the landfill and maintains landfill property.
• Receives, packages, and arranges for transportation of household and business hazardous waste.
• Weighs in all garbage, demolition, and recycling loads; determines where materials should be unloaded; and codes and charges customers accordingly.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Teamwork

Verbal communication

Education

High school diploma

Driver's license - Class C

Class B Commercial License (preferred)

Landfill Operators Certificate (preferred)

Tools

Forklifts

Balers

Skid loaders

Conveyors

Job description

Rice County is seeking an Equipment Operator to manage the collection of recyclables and determine disposition of materials at the Rice County Landfill. This role involves operating light equipment, loading and transporting recyclables, and assisting with hazardous waste collection.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 1–3 years of related experience, and a Class C Driver’s License at hire. Preferred candidates may hold a Class B license and Landfill Operators Certificate.