Landfill Equipment Operator

Landfill Equipment Operator

The Landfill Equipment Operator safely and efficiently performs heavy equipment operation to maintain and construct the landfill. Uses equipment to push trash, maintain the appropriate grade and compaction levels. Observes instruments and surroundings while vehicle is in motion. Hauls dirt, loads truck with excavator, and adds daily cover placement at appropriate levels. Knows and follows all spotter rules. Performs daily preventive maintenance and safety checks in a timely and efficient manner. Effectively monitors waste stream for hazardous and dangerous materials.

Work is performed under regular supervision and is carried out in accordance with standardized equipment operation practice and general work instruction. Direction is given through verbal and written communications.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The approximate amount of time spent on essential duties & responsibilities areas are as follows :

• Safely and efficiently performs heavy equipment operation to maintain and construct the landfill. (75%)
• Operates heavy and complex equipment, such as yard tractors, farm tractors, bulldozers, compactors, motor graders, excavators, or wheel loaders in a safe and effective manner.
• Uses equipment to push waste, maintain the appropriate grade and compaction levels. Observes instruments and surroundings while vehicle is in motion.
• Hauls dirt, loads truck with excavator, drives truck to work site, and adds daily cover placement at appropriate levels.
• Knows and follows all spotter rules. Safely directs traffic and keeps wait time to a minimum. Maintains safe distances between vehicles and equipment.
• Performs daily preventive maintenance and safety checks in a timely and effective manner. Maintain basic fluid levels on assigned equipment.
• Inspects equipment for proper operating condition and loose or worn parts. Reports defects or damage to equipment to the appropriate authority.
• Monitors performance of assigned equipment and provides accurate and timely reports of deficiencies or other needs to supervisor.
• Responsible for the proper use, operation, and cleanliness of the equipment. Conscientiously operates equipment in a manner which promotes longevity and maximum value.
• Effectively monitors waste stream for hazardous and dangerous materials and for evidence of unacceptable waste.
• Performs random load checking to prevent hazardous and prohibited waste from disposal in the landfill.
• Participates in cleanup activities as directed.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Experience & Education

An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.

Knowledge & Skills

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions

This position will work outdoors at the Landfill facility in all weather conditions, including adverse climatic conditions (i.e., dust, odor, hot, cold, rain, snow). Subjected to work in cold weather, hot sun, extreme heat and around continuous dust and odor from trash. Requires wearing appropriate personal safety gear.

Machines, Tools & Equipment

This position will be required to regularly use heavy and complex equipment, such as yard tractors, farm tractors, bulldozers, compactors, motor graders, excavators, or wheel loaders in a safe and effective manner.

Physical & Mental Requirements

This position requires the ability to :