Landfill Equipment Operator

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Perform semiskilled and skilled duties, including a variety of City maintenance, construction, and repair involving the operation of light and heavy construction and automotive equipment.

With this position, you could operate a Cat D8 dozer, 836 compactor, 340 Excavator, 745 haul truck, and a 627k scraper, along with a handful of other smaller equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from high school or GED certification with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in performing manual and semiskilled work in construction and/or maintenance activities, including the operation of some light and heavy construction-related equipment used in construction, landfill maintenance, and/or agricultural activities; or any such combination of experience, education, or training as may be acceptable to the hiring authority.

Must possess or be able to obtain within 90 days of hire a valid Class A commercial driver’s license with tanker endorsement.

Willing to work standby and extended hours when required.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION

Apply online at . If an ADA accommodation is needed, please contact, 72 hours prior to closing date, View phone number on kelolandemployment.com or View email address on kelolandemployment.com .

The City of Sioux Falls takes pride in being an Employer of Choice including our Culture, Values, and Compensation and Benefits. Apply today to become part of ONE Team and help us take care of today for a better tomorrow!

OUR CULTURE

Sioux Falls is growing exponentially, and we need you to join our team of 1,400 full-time and hundreds more part-time and seasonal employees. Find a place to serve alongside us in a range of careers available in 12 diverse departments.

There’s a role for every interest, from public safety and health, to culture and recreation, to technology and internal operations. Our employees partner with local businesses and community members to provide the infrastructure, safe neighborhoods and recreation opportunities that keep Sioux Falls consistently ranked among the top places to live and work.

Our core values of safety, teamwork, innovation, character and respect build community from the inside out. Employees’ top culture drivers include a strong sense of accomplishment, growth through learning and training, and supportive colleagues. Team members achieve job satisfaction every day with the knowledge that their service positively impacts the high quality of life this community enjoys.

OUR COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS SUMMARY

• Competitive salary with other public and industry positions, including step advancements.

• The City participates in the South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive a 6% match. Additionally, employees may choose to enroll in a Deferred Compensation Plan.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Competitive rates for single, 2-party, and family.

• 11 paid holidays and 2 personal leave days each calendar year.

• New employees are granted 40 hours of vacation at time of hire and accrue an additional 2 weeks in their first year.

• Sick leave accrues over 96 hours per year.