Equipment Operator- Solid Waste

November 26, 2025

Starting Salary: Pay Grade 14-1 $23.47 Per Hour

Work Hours: 40 hours a week

Closing Date: Posting will close December 17, 2025 or when filled, whichever comes first.

* Applicants will be reviewed and considered on a continuous basis until this position is filled or closed, whichever comes first.*

Bonneville County invites you to apply to join our dynamic team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our growing community. Whether you're passionate about public service, eager to make a difference in local government, or seeking a fulfilling career with ample opportunities, Bonneville County is the place for you.

Bonneville County offers a highly competitive benefits package to include:

• One of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit
• 12 paid holidays
• Generous vacation and sick leave that start accruing as soon as you start
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (full-time/30+ hours per week)
• PERSI Choice 401(k)
• Deferred compensation plan
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

General Purpose

Perform advanced, journey level skilled tasks in the operation and service of all associated equipment and tools needed to construct, maintain or repair county landfill sites.

Supervision Received

Work under the general supervision of the Solid Waste Supervisor.

Supervision Exercised

None

Essential Functions

Operate compacters, crawlers, loaders, scrapers, dozers, belly dump trailers or related heavy equipment utilized in the moving, covering and compacting waste and animal carcasses deposited into the county landfill.

Check and service assigned equipment; perform routine maintenance and repairs; check and restore fluid levels; report mechanical problems for shop repairs. Clean windows, mirror and other glass surfaces to ensure high visibility and professional appearance. Ensure the interior of equipment is kept organized, clean and as soon a reasonably possible, remove stains, grease and other contaminants from various surfaces, including upholstery, carpets, and metal surfaces.

Adhere to all safety policies and procedures according to Bonneville County policies, and State and Federal regulations.

Act as a waste screener; observe waste for containments and identifies hazardous waste or other materials excluded from deposit in public landfill.

Monitor patron/public activities to ensure compliance with established rules and regulations; operate radio and two-way communications as needed to alert equipment operators of suspicious activity or waste loads.

Address public concerns; inform the public of landfill requirements and fees; resolve issues face-to-face or seek supervisory assistance.

Assist with special construction and maintenance projects undertaken within the landfill. May provide physical or equipment labor related to cutting grades, modifying drainage systems or installing protective liners to protect ground water, etc.;

Operate equipment to assist in stockpiling dirt, asphalt, gravel and various materials used in road and landfill construction and maintenance.

Ability to maintain regular, reliable patterns in work product and attendance according to Bonneville County's expectations.

Perform other job-related duties (including general labor) as assigned or required.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Education and Experience:

A. Graduation from high school or equivalent

AND

B. Five (5) years of experience in operation and maintenance of medium and heavy equipment

OR

C. An equivalent combination of education and experience.

2. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Considerable knowledge of the principles and techniques of heavy mechanized equipment operations; DEQ regulations. Working knowledge of hazards and safety standards common in medium and heavy equipment operation and maintenance and repair; hazardous waste regulations and guidelines. Some knowledge of basic landfill engineering processes, procedures and controls related to staking, making cuts, fills and grades.

Advanced skill in operation of medium and heavy equipment.

Ability to operate various kinds of light to heavy duty equipment; ability to perform strenuous labor for extended periods of time under varying conditions; ability to follow instructions; ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the general public.

3. Special Qualifications:

• Must possess and maintain a current Idaho Driver's License
• May be required to maintain an Idaho Commercial Drivers License (no restrictions).
• Must complete a Hazardous Waste Recognition Course annually.
• Must be able to pass drug/alcohol testing, and a pre-employment background check.

4. Work Environment:

Tasks require a variety of physical activities, generally involving muscular exertion, such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, climbing into, on and around various types of equipment, talking, hearing and seeing. Common eye, hand, finger, leg and foot dexterity exist. Overall work environment may be objectionable as impacted by outdoor waste odors, dust, wind, and isolation; physical conditions of work place expose incumbents to weather extremes, without the normal indoor climate controls.

Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking and some creative problem solving. Continuous travel in automobile or heavy equipment required in job performance. The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Work requires the ability to lift/carry objects weighting up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

AA/EOE/ADA - Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or disability. In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.