Heavy Equipment Operator
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At a glance
Job overview
Waste Connections is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator. The company seeks a safety‑conscious landfill laborer in White Plains, Kentucky to perform truck check‑ins, manual cleanup, yard work, fence installation, and general maintenance while promoting safety and environmental practices.
Key focus areas include Check trucks in and out of the landfill and direct traffic as necessary, Perform manual labor including paper picking and keep landfill clean and presentable, and Conduct yard work such as cutting weeds.
Preferred (not required): Traffic Direction, Manual Labor, Landscaping, and Wind Fence Installation.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Benefits
Full job description
Experience Required
None
Minimum Education Required
High School Diploma/G.E.D.
Compensation
$7.25 / hourly
Hours Per Week
40
Number Of Positions
1
Work Schedule and Shift Requirements
First (Day)
Job Description
Hopkins County Landfill has an immediate opening for a safety-conscious Landfill Laborerto join our team in White Plains, Kentucky.
Our priority is to make sure we hire safe labors that care about the safety of our customers and team members. As a landfill laborer with us the minimum responsibilities are:
Checking trucks in and out of the landfill and directing traffic at site as necessary.
Manual labor including paper picking, keeping landfill clean and presentable.
Perform yard work including cutting weeds.
Install temporary wind fences as required.
Perform general office maintenance and repairs including painting and janitorial work.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
Promoting continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
Interacting with customers and Waste Connections employees to determinesafe and environmentally sound solutions toserviceissues.
Other job related duties as assigned.
What we need from you:
One year of stable employment history in a similar environment.
Ability to work schedule in all weather conditions
Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
What you'll get from us:
Competitive Compensation
401(K) with company match; let us help you save for your future
Healthcare; Medical, Dental, Vision
Perks, perks, perks! Employee Assistance Mental Health Program, Emergency Travel Assistance, Prepaid Legal Plan, Scholarship Opportunities for kids, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Relief Fund
Insurance: Life, Short Term/Long Term Disability
Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.
Job Type
Full time
Benefits Offered
Not specified
Veteran Preference
No
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
R-102214
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