Heavy Equipment Operator - CDL Required

Heavy Equipment Operator

John Smith Landfill, a Waste Connections company, has an immediate position available for a Heavy Equipment Operator at our operation in Hollister, CA.

The primary duties of this job include operating a CDL required water truck, articulated haul truck, loader and other pieces of equipment on site.

The schedule will be Tuesday - Saturday day shift - 8-10 hours per day.

The starting pay rate will be $32-36/hour. We also offer great family benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid vacation etc.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Operating water truck, haul truck, loader and other equipment
• Loading recycle materials in a hopper
• Pushing up piles of yard debris, rubble
• Responsible for equipment inspection

Working conditions:

• Work is performed outdoors in varying weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, and occasional rain.
• The environment may be dusty, noisy, and require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hearing protection, gloves, and safety boots.
• There will be exposure to machinery and heavy equipment, so safety protocols and precautions are strictly followed.

Minimum job requirements:

• At least 1 year of heavy equipment operation experience
• Valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License
• Clean driving record
• Ability to be self directed as well as work in a team environment
• Ability to work in all weather conditions

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.

We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".

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