Solid Waste Operator

City of Dickinson • Dickinson, ND

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About The Position

The City of Dickinson is hiring a Solid Waste Operator to support the community’s cleanliness and environmental sustainability. The role operates specialized equipment and collection trucks and supports waste and recycling operations to help keep neighborhoods clean and safe. The position also supports landfill and transfer facility activities, maintenance, litter control, snow removal, and water management. The schedule is Monday through Friday. Salary is $24.24–$26.76 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Equivalency Degree (G.E.D.).
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• North Dakota Class B CDL preferred, but not required.
• Two years of related experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain heavy equipment, collection trucks, and tools used for waste collection, disposal, and recycling.
• Assist in processing and preparing solid waste and recyclables for transfer or disposal.
• Monitor material collection and disposal at the landfill and transfer facility.
• Perform preventive maintenance on vehicles, equipment, and facilities, and assist with major repairs as needed.
• Support litter control, snow removal, and water management efforts at the landfill.
• Collaborate with other departments and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 80%–100% City-paid health insurance.
• Optional dental, vision, and life insurance.
• NDPERS Defined Contribution Retirement Plan and optional 457 plan.
• Sick and vacation leave.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Bereavement and emergency leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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