Solid Waste Equipment Operator

1 week ago


Columbia, Tennessee, United States Maury County Tennessee Full time

Join our team as a Solid Waste Equipment Operator in Maury County, Tennessee

About the Job

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Solid Waste Equipment Operator to join our team. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for maintaining and operating heavy equipment used in landfill operations.

The Role:

  • Maintain and operate heavy equipment such as bulldozers, backhoes, front-end loaders, and bobcats.
  • Assist with transfer station operations, including driving roll-off trucks to collect waste at convenience centers.
  • Transport waste from the transfer station to designated landfills using large eighteen-wheel trucks.
  • Perform various duties in the landfill, including spreading gravel, assisting with loading and compacting recyclable items, and piling up brush and construction waste.
  • Make minor repairs and adjustments to maintain the proper operation of solid waste machinery and equipment.
  • Operate a front-end loader to push waste into trailers for transport to the landfill.

Requirements

  • Graduation from an accredited high school.
  • Considerable experience working in solid waste operations and operating trucks and other heavy equipment.
  • Able to interact tactfully with the public.
  • Able to make decisions within established operating procedures.
  • Sufficient strength and agility to perform physically demanding tasks in various weather conditions.

Physical Requirements

  • This is heavy work requiring considerable static, explosive, dynamic, and trunk strength.
  • Work requires considerable flexibility, mobility, and speed of limb movement.
  • Work requires considerable effort and stamina.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off. Our team is dedicated to providing excellent customer service and ensuring the safety and efficiency of our operations.

Salary

The estimated annual salary for this position is $60,000-$80,000 based on industry standards and location. Please note that actual salary may vary depending on qualifications and experience.



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