Landfill Operator II (INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY)

Clay CountyHawley, MN
Onsite

About The Position

The Clay County Solid Waste Department is now accepting applications to be considered for an open position as a Full-Time Landfill Operator II position. This position is for internal applicants only. The starting salary is $27.68 per hour with a full salary range of $27.68-$38.68 per hour. This position will also be eligible for Clay County’s benefit package.

Requirements

  • Associate Degree or two-year college certification
  • 1-3 years previous work experience.
  • Class A CDL
  • Must be a current Clay County Solid Waste employee
  • Ability to successfully complete a background investigation

Responsibilities

  • Operates equipment, including dozer, 826 Cat Compactors, Payloader.
  • Spreads, compacts, and covers waste and keeps waste at proper grade.
  • Moves daily cover material and performs post-closure activities
  • Inspects customer waste - separating recyclables and storing hazardous and problem materials.
  • Provides directions and procedures to residents, businesses, and haulers
  • Prepares, inspects and maintains equipment for use. This includes checking fuel, oil, and grease.
  • Performs minor equipment repairs.
  • Assists Site Manager in maintaining facility and site in nuisance free, aesthetic manner (i.e. weed and brush control, litter pick-up, facility up-keep and repair), according to state rules and regulations.
  • Performs erosion and vegetation control, and other work on roads and storm water areas/trenches, as needed.
  • Oversees and inspects monitoring wells and equipment, leachate collection system and tank, methane gas vents, flares, and phytoremediation system.
  • Assesses waste loads to determine fess and tax.
  • Other duties as assigned by Landfill Manager.

Benefits

  • Clay County’s benefit package
  • Information on Clay County’s insurance benefits can be found here: Fringe-Benefit-Summary_2026

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

Associate degree

Number of Employees

11-50 employees

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