Heavy Equipment Operator - Landfill

Job TitleKingsville, City of (TX)Salary: $39,062.40 - $51,396.80 AnnuallyLocation: Kingsville, TXJob Type: Full-TimeOpening Date: 09/16/2026Closing Date: 9/30/2026 at 5:00 PM Central Time (US & Canada)DescriptionOrganizational Relationships:Reports to: Landfill ForemanEssential Job Functions:Definition: Under the general direction of the Landfill Supervisor and direct supervision of the Landfill Foreman, responsible for the placement, compacting and covering of solid waste at the landfill utilizing heavy equipment. Performs other duties as required for the daily operation of the division.Essential Job Functions:Operates all applicable heavy equipment to including, but not limited to, landfill compactors, bulldozer, motor graders, hydraulic excavators, backhoes, loaders, etc.Performs routine preventive maintenance and repairs on equipmentMay be required to work extended hours and SaturdaysAdditional Duties:Any other duty as assigned.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of mechanical operation of heavy equipment, proper care and knowledge of skillfully and safely using the equipment.Ability to keep written records.Ability to communication orally and in writingAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customersMinimum Qualifications:Possession of a Commercial Driver's License or ability to obtain within three (3) monthsTwo (2) years heavy equipment operator experienceAcceptable Equivalency: Any combination of experience, education and skills necessary for the performance of dutiesConditions of Employment:High School Diploma or EquivalentPossession of Valid Driver's LicenseSatisfactory Driving RecordProof of Citizenship and /or eligibility to work in the U.S. legallyPhysical ExaminationDrug ScreenBackground investigationCity employees are required in the course and scope of their employment to provide services for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations that threaten the safety of Kingsville citizens. City employees must be able to work immediately before, during, and/or immediately after an emergency in accordance with the City of Kingsville Emergency Services Policy No. 881 effective August 28, 2006.City employees are required to conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest and respectful.Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 pounds; push, pull and/or drag up to 150 pounds of equipment and /or materials; climbs, crawls, kneels, squats, stoops, stands, sits, and bends when driving or maintaining equipment; hear and see clearly when working around equipment or in traffic. Works outdoors in extreme temperatures and inclement weather with some exposure to dust, fumes, noise, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards while using proper safety precautions.BenefitsThe City of Kingsville offers AWESOME BENEFITS for Full-Time Employees… Health Insurance - In-Network – 80% co-insurance after deductible, variable plans. Full-time employee classifications receive the following benefits and options:Longevity - $ 5 monthly per completed year of service Vacation - 120 hrs. annually Sick Leave - 80 hrs. annually & Sick Leave Pool available after 1 year Flex Leave - 8 hrs. annually plus 4 hours added on birthday month Holidays - 16 days annually = 128 hours of paid leave! Retirement - TMRS City Matching 2;1 and TMRS Prior Service Credit Life Insurance = 1 year salary to maximum of 50K Deferred Compensation - Nationwide and Mission Square Voluntary Insurances with AFLAC, Ameritas and Dearborn National