Equipment Operator (Lea County Landfill)

We are looking for an Equipment Operator to join the team at Lea County Landfill in Eunice, NM. Previous landfill or waste experience would be a huge plus, but willing to train the right candidate.

PAY RANGE: $65,000 to $72,000 DOE ($20-$22/HR DOE)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Spreading and compacting trash using a Compactor

• Spreading daily cover using a Dozer

• Harvesting soil using a Scraper and/or Loader

• Maintaining haul roads using a Motor Grader

• Hauling soil with an ADT and/or Scraper

• Assist with other duties around the Landfill.

WORKING 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:

• MUST be Bilingual (English and Spanish)

• Follow safe operating practices.

• Work in a fast-paced, team environment

• Work outdoors in all types of weather

• Operate several pieces of light equipment throughout the work day

• Learn and use interpersonal skills relating to good customer service

• Write and comprehend reports well enough to complete daily assignments

• Have one year of previous experience operating light equipment

• Previous landfill experience is a plus BUT not required!

We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement.

R360 Environmental Solutions is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veterans)