Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Title:Heavy Equipment Operator

Location:Sioux City, IA

Company: Sioux City Convenience Center, a Waste Connections Company

Pay Range:$21 - $23 an hour

Schedule:Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM & every other Saturday 9:00am - 2:00pm

About Us:Woodbury County Transfer Station is part of Waste Connections, an integrated services company providing solid waste collection, transfer, disposal, and recycling services across the U.S. and Canada. We take pride in our unique culture, where employees are empowered and trusted to realize their potential and make a positive impact on their communities and careers every day.

Job Summary:We are seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team at Woodbury County Transfer Station. As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for operating various types of heavy equipment, maintaining safety protocols, and ensuring efficientwaste managementpractices. This role is essential to our commitment to providing safe, environmentally sound, and high-qualitywaste managementservices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate heavy equipment including bulldozers, wheel loaders, motor graders, scrapers, and compactors.
• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance of equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Follow safety protocols and promote continuous improvement inworkplace safetyand environmental practices.
• Communicate effectively with customers and team members to provide safe and environmentally responsible solutions to service issues.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Solid understanding ofheavy equipment operationand maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of safety procedures related toequipment operation.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety protocols.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage: $21 - $23 per hour.
• 401(K) with company match to support your future.
• Comprehensive healthcare options: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Additional perks including Employee Assistance Mental Health Program, Emergency Travel Assistance, Prepaid Legal Plan, Scholarship Opportunities for children, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and Employee Relief Fund.
• Insurance coverage: Life, Short Term/Long Term Disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer:Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

How to Apply:Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online through our website. Join our team and make a difference in your community while advancing your career.

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