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Landfill Heavy Equip Operator-June 2024
Amanda
Jun 7, 2026
About Landfill Heavy Equip Operator

  Republic Services is a leader in Environmental Services, partnering with customers to create a more sustainable world.

  We are Sustainability in Action — our promise to be environmentally responsible and to help our customers be environmentally responsible too.

  Why choose Republic?

  Joining Republic isn’t just about taking on a new job, it’s about making a commitment to create a more sustainable world together. Our people provide an essential service, serving and impacting customers, neighborhoods, and communities everywhere.

  As a company, we are proud of our values and encourage those who share in our aspirations to join our team:

  We protect our colleagues and communities through safe practices everywhere, every day.

  We are committed to serving our customers and communities by going above and beyond to exceed expectations.

  We take action to improve neighborhoods and communities by being environmentally responsible and creating a more sustainable world.

  We are driven to deliver results in the right way.

  We encourage a human centered culture that honors the unique potential and dignity of every person.

  POSITION SUMMARY: The Operator – Heavy Equipment is responsible for the safe operation of heavy equipment at a recycling center, landfill or transfer station for the purpose of transferring, spreading, covering, loading and/or compacting waste or soil in an efficient and safe manner.

  PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  Perform pre- and post-operation inspection of the equipment in accordance with Company policy to ensure windows, lights, mirrors and rear view camera are clean. Safely and efficiently operate equipment that may include: forklift, excavator, bulldozer, front-end loader and other equipment using proper safety standards.

  Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste in materials.

  Continuously monitor the condition of the equipment to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time; clean tracks or wheels on equipment, as needed.

  Perform and document minor service on equipment, referring more complicated mechanical issues to Maintenance Shop for repair.

  Complete Equipment Condition Report and other reports, as necessary; report any necessary repairs to supervisor, as needed.

  Follow all required safety policies and procedures.

  Ensure that shop is clean, serviced and stored at the completion of each shift.

  Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

  QUALIFICATIONS:

  Good customer services skills to meet and exceed customer expectations; acts in a professional, courteous and cooperative manner toward customers and co-workers; works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness.

  Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner.

  Good follow through ability; ability to adhere to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise.

  Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules set forth; promotes the Company’s safety standards; does not take inappropriate risks.

  Maintains a feeling of pride in work; strives to achieve all goals.

  MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  High School diploma or GED.

  Two years of prior related experience in heavy equipment operation.

  One year of prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.

  Rewarding Compensation and Benefits

  Eligible employees can elect to participate in:

  • Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.

  • Health care and dependent care spending accounts.

  • Short- and long-term disability.

  • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.

  • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).

  • Employee discount programs.

  • Retirement plan with a generous company match.

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

  The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

  EEO STATEMENT:Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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