What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landfill Operator/Heavy Equipment Operator position at Bedford County, Virginia?
Landfill Operator
Department
Solid Waste
Location
1060 Recycle Road, Bedford, VA (Route 43)
Hours
Facility Hours - Monday – Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm – Required to work every other weekend.
Description
Performs difficult skilled work to support the operations of the landfill, transfer station and recycle building, operates a variety of equipment; does related work as required. This position works mostly at the Waste Management Facility and is required to be outside in all weather conditions and includes working during snow removal activities. Facility personnel work most holidays and on weekends under a rotating schedule. Work is performed under regular supervision. Supervision is exercised over solid waste operations in the absence of the Solid Waste Facility Manager.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements Include:
- Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and considerable experience in Solid Waste heavy equipment operations.
- Ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Ability to operate a variety of equipment, safe operating practices, and occupational hazards.
- Must be highly organized with ability to multi-task supporting equipment and ground operations
- Must be able to handle a high volume of work and varying assignments with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Introductory computer knowledge and clerical skills.
- Ability to read, write, and understand and specific oral instructions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the public.
- Ability to work in extreme environmental conditions.
- Must possess a valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver's license with acceptable driving record.
- Completion of a physical examination indicating acceptable health to perform the essential duties of position.
Preferred Experience includes:
- General knowledge of solid waste disposal regulations or knowledge in a related field.
Bedford County maintains a safe, drug-free workplace for its employees. Drug screening, driving record check, a criminal background check, and previous employer references are required for all positions as conditions of pre-employment.
EOE / ADA / Minorities / Females / Vets
Apply
Online: https://www.bedfordcountyva.gov/Home/Components/JobPosts/Job/2594/3907
In Person: Bedford County Administration Building, 122 East Main Street, , Bedford, VA 24523
Deadline
Open until position is filled
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $33,493.33 - $44,378.67 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $33,493 - $44,379
