Waste & Compost Ops: Heavy Equipment Operator I

Spotsylvania County; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Spotsylvania County's Utilities/Public Works Department seeks a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to drive heavy trucks, loaders, graders and related machinery in refuse collection, compost processing and land grading. This is a full-time county role based in Virginia with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

The job requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, 2–4 years of heavy equipment experience, and a valid Class B CDL (Virginia) within 6 months; heavy equipment certification is desirable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; 2–4 years in operating heavy equipment.
• Valid Class B commercial driver's license (Virginia) within 6 months.
• Heavy equipment operation certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate multiple types of heavy equipment for refuse collection, compost processing and land grading.
• Perform minor preventative maintenance and pre/post-operation checks.
• Fuel, clean, and service trucks and equipment; maintain logs.
• Assist with training of new employees and respond to emergencies as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Preventive maintenance

CDL Class B

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Spotsylvania County's Utilities/Public Works Department seeks a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to drive heavy trucks, loaders, graders and related machinery in refuse collection, compost processing and land grading. This is a full-time county role based in Virginia with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

The job requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, 2–4 years of heavy equipment experience, and a valid Class B CDL (Virginia) within 6 months; heavy equipment certification is desirable.