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Waste Connections Heavy Equipment Operator in Lake Panasoffkee, Florida
We are currently seeking experienced safety-conscious Equipment Operators to join the team at Heart of Florida Landfill in Lake Panasoffkee, FL . Previous landfill or waste experience would be a huge plus , but willing to train the right candidate.
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Th e p osition is a Day Shift working Monday through Friday with occasional Saturdays working 45-55 hours a week. Pay Range for this position is $18-$20+ DOE.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform Maintenance around the site and facilities as needed
Spreading and compacting trash using a Compactor
Spreading daily cover using a Dozer
Excavating soil using an Excavator
Hauling soil
W ORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:
- The work environment is an outdoor landfill setting. The employee will work near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibrations. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. Areas are clean, ventilated, and well lit.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Experience driving forklift, dozer, or articulated dump truck preferred
Must demonstrate ability to learn and independently operate equipment used at facility
Must become proficient in the care and use of all site specific, facility required Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily
Able to work outside in all weather conditions
Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. repeatedly
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We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement.
Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.