Equipment Operator I or II - Temporary Contract / Landfill

Salary : $41,995.20 - $56,700.80 Annually

Location : Solid Waste Facility - Casper, WY

Job Type : Full-Time or Non-Full-Time

Job Number : 1057-04

Department : Public Services Department

Division : Landfill (570)

Opening Date : 01 / 23 / 2026

Closing Date : 3 / 18 / 2026 11 : 59 PM Mountain

Class Summary

Temporary Contract Position (Approximately 18 months)

Potential to be hired at an Equipment Operator II based on experience

Level II - $24.43 - $32.99

We are seeking a temporary contract Heavy Equipment Operator to work full or part-time to support the placement of cover material and Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) bales on a lined landfill cell.

The project involves placing 18 inches of sand cover over an approximately 22-acre lined landfill cell , followed by the placement of 1.5-ton bagged and baled MSW to prevent wind erosion. The project is estimated to take 9-12 months when working full-time, or up to 18 months at approximately 20 hours per week .

Daily responsibilities include :

• Performing morning preventative maintenance (PM) inspections on equipment such as excavators, dozers, road graders, scrapers, and haul trucks
• Safely operating heavy equipment using GPS technology to place sand over the liner without operating directly on it
• Placing MSW bales over the sand cover per project specifications
• Refueling equipment and completing end-of-day PM inspections
• Reporting daily progress and any equipment issues to the supervisor

Ideal Candidate Qualifications :

Incumbents are responsible for operating light and medium standard maintenance equipment in order to complete a variety of maintenance and repair activities to utility systems, landfill, streets, sidewalks, curbs, and valley gutters; directing traffic; excavating; and cleaning and maintaining equipment.

REPORTING STRUCTURE : Receives general supervision from higher-level supervisory and management staff in assigned division.

This position is driving essential (see driving requirements below).

Typical Class Essential Duties

1. Performs maintenance duties, which may include crack sealing, patching potholes, sealing concrete, maintaining paved and graveled alleys and roads, utility and drainage system maintenance, removing snow, maintaining landfills, installing curbs, and similar concrete work, and maintaining valley gutters.

2. Drives and operates construction equipment including dump trucks, snowplows, equipment trailers, hydro excavators, forklifts, asphalt rollers, and loaders.

3. Performs minor repairs on equipment and reports the need for major repairs; checks and adjusts fluid levels; greases and lubricates parts as required; cleans and cares for tools and equipment.

4. Operates and maintains a variety of light equipment and tools in order to perform basic maintenance activities.

5. Identifies equipment needs for each assigned project.

6. Picks up and transports refuse to appropriate dumping site.

7. Periodically serves standby duty and / or must respond after hours and on weekends to emergencies.

8. Represents the City of Casper by responding to the public, citizens, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor.

9. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Knowledge (position requirements at entry) :

Knowledge of :

Abilities (position requirements at entry) :

Ability to :

Skills (position requirements at entry) :

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Training, Experience & Certifications

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

Operator II - A minimum of two (2) years of experience performing maintenance work involving the operation of light to heavy equipment.

LICENSING and CERTIFICATIONS

Operator II - Possession of a valid Wyoming Class B Commercial driver's license with applicable endorsements per assigned division.

Supplemental Information & Physical Requirements

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

This position may be eligible to naturally progress to an Equipment Operator III. Prior to any natural progression, the Department Head must justify that there is an operational need, and budget accordingly, prior to an incumbent obtaining the necessary requirements, or regularly performing work at the higher level.

Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Employment with the City of Casper is contingent upon a successful background screen and pre-employment drug test.

As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must utilize direct deposit for payroll purposes.

Driving records are required for all new employees regardless of the position's driving requirements. If the employee has not held a Wyoming driver's license for the last three years, the employee must provide at their own initiation and expense a driving record from their previous state(s) of residence.

Physical and Environmental Conditions :

City of Casper employees in data creation and modification, security sensitive or safety and protective positions are subject to pre-employment drug testing. Some employees may be subject to random drug testing if their responsibilities include :

Positions in this class typically require : stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Can include long periods of sitting or long periods of standing.

Medium work : Exerting up to 90 pounds of force using jackhammers occasionally and / or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Incumbents frequently drive, operate equipment, or work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme temperatures. Frequent work on or around moving motorized equipment is also expected. Employees in this class are often subjected to extremely wet and unsanitary environments, waste, wastewater, fumes / dusts, odors, chemicals, and excessive noise. May be subject to repetitive motion and vibration when operating tools and machinery. Work requires the use of personal protective equipment including hard hats, eye protection, hearing protectors, gloves, safety vests, and safety shoes. OSHA mandated preventative vaccinations and periodic examinations for work exposures are provided.

Driving Requirements :

For driving essential positions, employment with the City of Casper is contingent upon a satisfactory driving record. A driving record that reflects any of the following criteria is considered unsatisfactory :

2) A conviction within the previous 36 months of any of the following :

If you have questions regarding the background screen, pre-employment drug test or driving record, please contact the Human Resources Office at (307)235-8344 prior to accepting a job offer.

Working at the City of Casper

The City of Casper offers a variety of benefits to qualifying full-time employees. For more information on any of our benefits, please call Human Resources at (307) 235-8344.

For full-time positions :

Benefit Programs : Look at these amazing benefits :

Public Employee Pension Plan :

Employer 9.37% Employee 9.25 %

Employer 16.30% Employee 4.5%

Employer 17.80% Employee 9.45%

Paid Time Off (PTO) : The City of Casper (City) recognizes that a period of leisure, or recreation, away from the job is beneficial. A new full-time employee will receive an advance of 80 PTO hours on their start date. Each general and sworn Police Officer full-time employee's PTO accrual is limited to a total of 720 hours.

General Employees - 7.69 bi-weekly hourly accrual (through year 4, then increases incrementally)

S worn Fire Employees : Vacation and disability accruals are listed in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Fitness incentive time off program : Opportunity to earn additional paid time off by participating in the Police Department fitness testing program.

Tuition Reimbursement : Reimbursement % is based on grade level received. Includes books and some fees.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) : The City of Casper may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Visit to learn more and understand whether you may be eligible.

CredibleMind : Mental health and wellness resources at healthynatrona.crediblemind.com . This robust platform offers :

Assessment Tools

Extensive Resource Library

Employee Assistance Program : Free counseling available to employees and their immediate family members.

Ergonomic Assessments : Review of your workstation and recommendations made by our Risk Management team to ensure a safe and comfortable work environment.

Additional Benefits and Annual Fun Events :

Service Awards Luncheon - To recognize and celebrate years of service, employees who reach a 5-year milestone with the City are invited to an annual luncheon. This event includes catered food, awards, and great door prizes.

Annual Employee Golf Tournament - Swing into Fun : Join us for our annual employee golf tournament. This event is typically in late Summer at our Municipal Golf Course and offers food and door prizes. Open to current employees, retirees, and family members.

Employee Holiday Breakfast - Indulge in a delicious hearty breakfast and enjoy the company of the great employees at the City of Casper. We invite all employees to kick off the holiday season with our Annual Holiday Breakfast.

Chili Skate Night - Lace up your skates! Get ready to glide and slide at our Employee Chili Skate Night at the Casper Ice Arena. Employees and their families are invited to join us for an evening of icy fun and delicious chili.

Wellness Programs - Drawings for cash prizes for participants. Free access to the Casper Recreation Center for qualifying employees.

Leadership and Employee Development - We believe in nurturing talent, empowering individuals, and cultivating a culture of growth and success. Human Resources provides employee training and mentoring opportunities to foster leadership and employee development within our organization.

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This position is deemed as hazardous by the U.S. Department of Employment. Are you currently 18 years of age or older?

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Which of the following best describes your level of education?

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How many years of experience do you have performing maintenance work involving the operation of light to heavy equipment?

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Decribe (in detail) your professional experience performing maintenance work involving the operation of light and medium size equipment.

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What type of Commercial Driver's License (CDL) do you currently possess?

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Do you understand that this is a contracted, temporary position?

Required Question