Waste & Recycling Equipment Operator

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

Job summary

Rice County is seeking an Equipment Operator to collect recyclables from the public and commercial haulers and to determine disposal. The role includes transporting, loading, baling, and processing materials for the next stage in the process.

The job also involves operating light equipment, assisting with hazardous waste handling, and performing routine maintenance. Typical hours are full-time, with 7:30 am–4:00 pm and occasional Saturday shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 1–3 years related experience.
• General knowledge of equipment maintenance and/or construction practices.
• Good verbal communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Class C Driver’s License required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Operates light equipment, including forklifts, balers, skid loaders, conveyors and all other equipment used in recycling department 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

Teamwork

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Class C Driver’s License

Class B Commercial License

Landfill Operators Certificate

Job description

Rice County is seeking an Equipment Operator to collect recyclables from the public and commercial haulers and to determine disposal. The role includes transporting, loading, baling, and processing materials for the next stage in the process.

The job also involves operating light equipment, assisting with hazardous waste handling, and performing routine maintenance. Typical hours are full-time, with 7:30 am–4:00 pm and occasional Saturday shifts.