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Heavy Equipment Operator

Waste Connections

Iowa Park, TXFull-time$21–24/hrPosted 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$21–24/hr
Location
Iowa Park, TX
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver's License

Job overview

Waste Connections is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator. Waste Connections is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for their landfill in Buffalo Creek, TX. This role involves operating various heavy equipment such as dozers, excavators, and compactors, as well as trucks and smaller equipment. The position offers a strong company culture and a commitment to integrity.

Key focus areas include Spread and compact trash using a compactor, Spread daily cover using a Dozer, and Excavate soil using an excavator.

Successful candidates bring Valid Driver’s License and English Proficiency. Important skills include Read English, Write English, Comprehend English, and Communicate In English. Preferred (not required): Operating Dozers, Operating Excavators, Operating Compactor, and Operating Trucks.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Read EnglishWrite EnglishComprehend EnglishCommunicate in EnglishOperating DozersOperating ExcavatorsOperating CompactorOperating TrucksOperating Small EquipmentSpreading and Compacting TrashSpreading Daily CoverExcavating SoilMaintaining Haul RoadsHauling SoilWork in Fast Paced EnvironmentTeam EnvironmentSafe Operating PracticesOperating D6T DozerOperating ADT Haul TruckOperating Motor GraderOperating Excavator SweeperOperating Water Truck

Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Join Waste Connections as a Heavy Equipment Operator at our Landfill in Buffalo Creek, TX. In this position you will be operating our Dozers, Excavators, Compactor, along with trucks and smaller equipment at our solid waste landfill.

WHY YOU NEED TO JOIN US:

  • CULTURE: It’s a Great place to work! We work in an environment where empowered, self-directed All-stars know what they do is important.

  • INTEGRITY: Our definition is “saying what you will do and then doing it!” We keep our promises to our customers and our employees.

🛠️ Job Duties:

  • Spreading and compacting trash using a compactor

  • Spreading daily cover using a Dozer

  • Excavating soil using an excavator

  • Maintaining haul roads using a grader

  • Hauling soil

  • Work in a fast paced, team environment

  • Follow safe operating practices

  • Operate D6T Dozer,826K Compactor, ADT Haul Truck, Motor Grader, Excavator Sweeper, Water Truck

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

  • Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 60 pounds.

  • The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.

✅ Requirements:

  • Valid driver’s license.

  • Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English.

💰 What We Offer:

 • $21–$24/hour based on experience

 • Full benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K match, Life Insurance)

 • Consistent hours: 50–55 hrs./week, Mon–Fri + some Saturdays

 • Year-round stability + safety-first culture

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Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

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