Landfill Equipment Operator

Join the team serving the City of Sioux Falls. • Sioux Falls, SD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Perform semiskilled and skilled duties, including a variety of City maintenance, construction, and repair involving the operation of light and heavy construction and automotive equipment. With this position, you could operate a Cat D8 dozer, 836 compactor, 340 Excavator, 745 haul truck, and a 627k scraper, along with a handful of other smaller equipment.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or GED certification
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in performing manual and semiskilled work in construction and/or maintenance activities, including the operation of some light and heavy construction-related equipment used in construction, landfill maintenance, and/or agricultural activities
• Must possess or be able to obtain within 90 days of hire a valid Class A commercial driver’s license with tanker endorsement.
• Willing to work standby and extended hours when required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Cat D8 dozer, 836 compactor, 340 Excavator, 745 haul truck, and a 627k scraper, along with a handful of other smaller equipment.
• Perform semiskilled and skilled duties, including a variety of City maintenance, construction, and repair involving the operation of light and heavy construction and automotive equipment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with other public and industry positions, including step advancements.
• The City participates in the South Dakota Retirement System.
• Employees receive a 6% match.
• Employees may choose to enroll in a Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Competitive rates for single, 2-party, and family.
• 11 paid holidays and 2 personal leave days each calendar year.
• New employees are granted 40 hours of vacation at time of hire and accrue an additional 2 weeks in their first year.
• Sick leave accrues over 96 hours per year.

What This Job Offers

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