Equipment Operator- Solid Waste

Equipment Operator

• Solid Waste

Do you enjoy operating heavy equipment locally with set hours?

Are you interested in learning specialized refuse equipment and processes?

Do you prefer a variety of different equipment operation daily?

If you answered yes to these questions, you may be the perfect candidate for the Solid Waste Equipment Operator job.  This position involves skilled work in the operation of multiple types of heavy equipment and related manual and maintenance tasks in daily operation of solid waste disposal facilities.  Job highlights include:

• $19.44 to $21.20 starting wage range DOE

• Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI) pension plan with five year vesting, 11.18% employer contribution, and lifetime payout upon retirement.

• Excellent and comprehensive benefits package.  For example, employee-only medical/dental/vision premium of only $55.33 per month (nicotine free rate).  View our entire benefits package.

• On the job training, including specialized equipment operation, HAZWOPER, First Aid/CPR, Flagger, CFC removal and many other skills

• Year round, full-time set schedules

• Day shift only, work between 8:00 am

• 5 pm.  Locations vary within the Solid Waste Department

• Daily variety in job tasks - each day will likely have different equipment and tasks

• Part of a fun, dynamic group of skilled co-workers

DO YOU QUALIFY?

• Do you have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED)?

• Must have a minimum of forty-eight (48) months related experience in equipment operation or education; or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Possession of valid driver's license and ability to obtain a CDL driver's license AND be insurable

• Reliable personal transportation to commute to any of the designated Solid Waste sites

• Ability to work in all weather conditions

• Willingness to learn new skills and obtain necessary certifications within designated time frames

• View for full job description requirements  

CONTACT US:

Human Resources (208)446-1640

kcrecruit@kcgov.us

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OUR LOCATION:

Located in beautiful northern Idaho, and home to approximately 180,000 residents, Kootenai County is surrounded by scenic mountains and more than twenty pristine lakes--an outdoor enthusiast's dream. The largest city and county seat is located in Coeur d'Alene and is on the majestic shores of Lake Coeur d'Alene. With a low crime rate it is an ideal place to call home. Click here to learn more about living in Kootenai County.  

TO APPLY: Apply online at www.kcgov.us . Attach a cover letter, resume and copies of certifications to the online application in order to be considered. Must successfully pass the County's pre-employment and subsequent drug tests.

EOE/Vets Preference/Drug Free Workplace