Landfill Operator I

Uintah County UT•Vernal, UT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs skilled operation and maintenance duties at the county landfill, operating heavy equipment including graders, compactors, scrapers, loaders, and dozers to manage waste, maintain access roads, and execute site improvement projects. Enforces strict compliance with federal, state, DEQ, SWANA, and air quality regulations by conducting random and scheduled load inspections to detect and report unauthorized or hazardous materials. Interacts directly with the public to explain site rules, assess fees, and resolve service issues or complaints. Responsible for monitoring site activities via two-way radio, performing routine equipment servicing and minor repairs, and assisting with scale-house administrative tasks such as truck weighing, fee collection, and invoicing.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum of one (1) year of experience operating and maintaining medium to heavy equipment, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Capability of adhering to all county and departmental safety regulations.
Consistently utilize required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Responsibilities

Operate heavy equipment including graders, compactors, scrapers, loaders, and dozers to manage waste, maintain access roads, and execute site improvement projects.
Enforce compliance with federal, state, DEQ, SWANA, and air quality regulations by conducting random and scheduled load inspections.
Interact with the public to explain site rules, assess fees, and resolve service issues or complaints.
Monitor site activities via two-way radio.
Perform routine equipment servicing and minor repairs.
Assist with scale-house administrative tasks such as truck weighing, fee collection, and invoicing.