Landfill Heavy Equipment Operator

Job SummaryThe primary role of this position is to operate heavy equipment and carry out skilled maintenance tasks at the County landfill. The employee may be assigned to specific areas or maintenance projects. The position provides on-site supervision of Hazardous Waste Screeners. The position primarily operates in an outdoor environment, often involving exposure to adverse weather conditions and risks associated with heavy equipment and hazardous materials.

Key Responsibilities

Equipment Operation

Operate heavy equipment, including, but not limited to backhoes, compactors, bulldozers, scrapers, sand trucks with plows, and water trucks, in compliance with landfill rules and regulationsBury and compact waste, grade roads, and operate water trucks for dust control

Maintenance and Repairs

Maintain and repair sprinkler irrigation systemsConduct landfill perimeter upkeep, building repairs and weldingPerform maintenance checks and minor service work on equipment utilizing hand and power tools

Customer Service

Guide customers to the appropriate disposal sitesProvides customer service by offering directions, answering questions, and explaining procedures

Safety and Compliance

Ensures hazardous materials are disposed of safely and appropriately

Other Duties

Assist Hazardous Waste Screeners as neededExtinguishes landfill fires, which may include exposure to toxic fumes, explosions, and hazardous materialsPerforms all work duties and activities following County and Department policies, procedures, and safety practicesAll other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Skills and Abilities:

Work effectively with colleagues and the public to provide high-quality public service and establish strong relationshipsKnowledge of landfill procedures, hazardous waste regulations, and emergency practicesOperate and maintain heavy equipment (compactors, graders, dump trucks, backhoes) and tools in a landfill environmentUnderstanding of OSHA, state regulations and county policies regarding safe work practices relating to use of hand and power tools, slopes, heavy equipment and landfill operationsPerform property maintenance, including irrigation, building upkeep, and fence repairsInstruct the public on safe dumping methods according to landfill rules and regulationsAbility to follow written and oral instructions

Special Qualifications

Must be able to work a rotating schedule including 12-hour days and weekendsMust successfully complete a background investigationValid Idaho driver's license with Class B CDL endorsement

Education and Experience

High School diploma or GED equivalency requiredThree to five years' experience operating and using heavy equipment; landfill experience and equipment maintenance experience preferredAn equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered

Essential Physical Abilities

Clear speech with or without an accommodation, to effectively convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly and/or quicklySufficient clarity of hearing with or without reasonable accommodation to enable the employee to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary informationVisual acuity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to supervise the safety of co-workers and the public, safely operate heavy equipment, identify hazardous materials and wastes, and comprehend written work instructions and work ordersRequires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes that permits the employee to drive a motor vehicle, operate heavy equipment, operate a variety of power and hand tools, and adjust equipmentAbility to lift or move 50 pounds

DisclaimerTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the primary job responsibilities satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Canyon County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions related to recruitment and selection are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.