Heavy Equipment Operator
About The Position
Plum Thicket Landfill, a Waste Connections company, is hiring a safety-conscious Heavy Equipment Operator in Harper, Kansas. The position operates heavy equipment for landfill and site work, including spreading and compacting trash, placing daily cover, excavating soil, maintaining haul roads, and hauling soil. The operator works in a fast-paced team environment and follows safe operating practices. The schedule starts at 7 a.m. and ends around 4 p.m. Pay is $22–$24 per hour, with overtime paid for each hour worked beyond 40 hours and a monthly safety bonus for safe operation. The work involves strenuous physical activity, including lifting, pushing, or pulling objects over 60 pounds. Employees work outdoors in varying weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, and may be exposed to fumes and vibration. Noise is usually moderate.
Requirements
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in English.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Spread and compact trash using a compactor.
- Spread daily cover using a dozer.
- Excavate soil using an excavator.
- Maintain haul roads using a grader.
- Haul soil with an articulated dump truck.
- Work in a fast-paced, team environment.
- Follow safe operating practices.
- Learn and use interpersonal skills related to good customer service.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Monthly safety bonus for safe operation
- Overtime pay for each hour worked beyond 40 hours
- Unlimited opportunities to “Connect with Your Future”
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
