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Landfill/Heavy Equipment Operator

22nd Century Technologies, Inc.
Pay Rate: $17/hr. on w2
United States, Florida, Winter Haven
Oct 29, 2025
Job Title: Landfill/Heavy Equipment Operator

Location: Winter Haven, FL 33880

Duration: 6+ months

Pay Rate: $17/hr. on w2 without benefits

Shift Timing: 1st Shift: 8:00A.M. to 12:00 P.M. (Monday to Friday)

Notes: Must possess a valid Florida driver's license at the time of employment.

Job Description:

  • Responsible for the safe, efficient operation of a wide range of heavy equipment used in processing, compacting, and covering solid waste at the landfill.
  • Ensures compliance with environmental and safety regulations while maintaining site functionality, appearance, and performance standards.


Role & Responsibilities:

  • Operate heavy equipment including compactors, dozers, graders, loaders, articulated trucks, and excavators to process and compact solid waste.
  • Perform landfill operations in accordance with state and local environmental regulations (FDEP Chapter 62-701).
  • Construct and maintain berms, drainage systems, haul roads, and slopes to ensure environmental compliance and prevent stormwater intrusion.
  • Apply and maintain daily/intermediate cover using soil or alternative materials (tarps, foams, etc.) to minimize environmental and safety risks.
  • Work in coordination with spotters and environmental compliance staff to ensure safe and compliant operations.
  • Perform daily pre- and post-trip inspections, light maintenance, and recordkeeping on assigned equipment.
  • Interpret and implement GPS Machine Control and Computerized Earthmoving Systems for grading and compaction accuracy.


Required Skills:

  • Proficient in operation and maintenance of landfill heavy equipment.
  • Knowledge of OSHA safety standards, waste classifications, and Subtitle D regulations.
  • Ability to read and interpret survey data, maps, and machine control information.
  • Skilled in basic mathematics and recordkeeping.
  • Ability to recognize hazardous or prohibited wastes.
  • Strong physical endurance; able to work in all weather and terrain conditions.
  • Effective communication, teamwork, and independent decision-making skills.


Requirements:

  • Minimum 3 years' experience operating and maintaining landfill or similar heavy equipment.
  • Valid Driver's License (must obtain Florida Driver's License upon employment).
  • Ability to obtain University of Florida TREEO Center Landfill Certification within 12 months of hire (70% minimum passing score; continuing education required).


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in private waste industry operations (landfills, transfer stations, recycling, or collections).
  • Experience operating a Claw Truck and/or Roll-Off Truck.
  • Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred.



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