Heavy Equipment Operator I

Stafford County • Stafford County, VA

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About The Position

Performs intermediate semiskilled and skilled work involving the operation of landfill and heavy equipment, along with related duties. Work is performed under regular supervision. Heavy Equipment Operator I is the entry-level position in the Heavy Equipment Operator job series. Employees at this level have basic to intermediate skills and perform semi-independent work.

The hiring range is $23.60 to $32.45 per hour, based on experience. The full salary range is $23.60 to $41.30 per hour, providing opportunity for growth and development.

Requirements

• Education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.
• One year of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Some experience in mechanical equipment repair.
• General knowledge of the principles and practices of operating and servicing heavy construction equipment.
• General knowledge of traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation.
• General knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions for operating construction and maintenance equipment.
• General knowledge of how to identify and properly handle infectious and hazardous waste.
• Skill in the care and operation of several types of construction equipment.
• Ability to operate vehicles and equipment fitted with automatic transmission.
• Ability to understand and follow vocal and written directions.
• Mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in the operation and maintenance of the landfill.
• Service and maintain equipment.
• Open and close landfill working areas.
• Operate front-end loader tractors, pans, rollers, motor graders, compactors, dozers, track loaders, and related landfill equipment.
• Place and compact refuse and cover it with earth.
• Clear land for landfill expansion, including cutting trees for disposal and firewood.
• Open and maintain access roads.
• Perform minor equipment repairs and adjustments.
• Maintain equipment logs, including daily walk-around inspections and safety equipment checks.
• Assist with snow removal and spreading sand.
• Operate a variety of small power equipment.
• Transport mobile recycling collection systems.
• Assist mechanics with major heavy-equipment repairs as needed.
• Assist with community cleanup programs.
• Perform related tasks as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED