Heavy Equipment Operator - Landfill

North Texas Municipal Water District•Melissa, TX

11d•$25 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs duties in the operation of the NTMWD Landfills. The position is responsible for the operation of a specific area which includes operating various pieces of heavy equipment in the landfill. Works under general supervision.

Requirements

Must possess a high school diploma or G.E.D.
Minimum of two years of experience in operation of heavy construction type equipment.
Maintains a valid Texas Driver’s License.
Requires sustained mental attention regarding correct process adjustments necessary for proper Landfill maintenance.
Spatial discrimination; eye-hand-foot coordination; manual dexterity; ability to follow written and oral instructions; generally good physical condition.
Employees required to drive as part of their job duties are responsible for maintaining a current, valid, and vehicle - appropriate driver' s license of their resident state.

Responsibilities

Operates and monitors performance of the heavy construction type equipment, such as landfill compactors, bulldozers, loaders, off-road articulated dump trucks, motor graders, etc., within the landfill.
Performs routine preventive maintenance and minor repairs on equipment operated with minimal supervision.
Monitors certain process operations as directed by supervisor.
Responsible for housekeeping in assigned units.
Responsible for observing safe work practices.
Verify that delivered waste is in accordance with applicable rules and regulations.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.