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Landfill Equipment Operator - Waste Connections
Athens, Tennessee
Posted: Apr 07, 2022 11:04

Job Description

Waste Connections has an immediate position available for a Heavy Equipment Operator at the Meadowbranch Landfill in Athens, TN.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Ability to efficiently operate bulldozers, wheel loaders, excavator and off road dump trucks. Compactor experience preferred, but not required.

  • Performs routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles such as checking oil, water, and tires.

  • Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.

  • Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

  • Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

  • A typical schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, and every other Saturday.

    WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

  • Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.

  • Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following all safety precautions.

  • Knowledge of basic vehicle inspection and maintenance including tire pressure, checking oil and water levels.

  • Ability and experience to operate bull dozers, off road trucks, excavators, and wheel loaders

  • Willing to work 5 days per week plus a rotating Saturday shift .

  • Physically able and willing to dig dozer tracks daily.

  • Hours for this position are 6:00AM-5:30PM Monday-Friday and every other Saturday.

  • Hours will be 55-65 working hours per week.

    COMPENSATION:

  • Competitive hourly wage plus overtime

  • Performance-based career growth potential

  • Medical, dental, vision insurance plans

  • Income Protection Plans (Life Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability)

  • 401(k) with a generous company match

  • Flexible Spending Account

    Apply today and Connect with Your Future! www.wasteconnections.com

    Waste Connections is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veterans)



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Waste Connections

Athens, Tennessee