Olmsted County Minnesota is hiring: Equipment Operator-Solid Waste in Rochester

Overview

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Recognized as one of the best places to work in Southeast Minnesota for three consecutive years, Olmsted County fosters a vibrant community where every role helps drive public service excellence and community well-being. Our benefits package supports wellbeing, while career advancement opportunities and professional development empower you to reach your full potential. You will be part of a purpose-driven team where your work makes a difference in building a sustainable, healthy, and welcoming community.

Minimum Qualifications Of Education And Experience

A combination of education and experience equivalent to three (3) years of full-time heavy equipment operation in a similar position as listed in the work functions. Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position. Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver's license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years.

NOTE: Individuals will be required to complete a pre-employment drug test per the Omnibus Transportation Testing Act of 1991, Department of Transportation rule, 49 CFR part 40 and will be subject to subsequent testing as required per the regulation.

Required Special Qualifications

Successfully complete the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency landfill operator II training course and become certified with one (1) year of employment. Must pass a pre-employment physical and annual occupational physical in order to obtain medical approval to wear a respirator.

Desirable Qualifications

Valid Minnesota Class A or B Commercial Driver's License.

Nature of Work

Under general supervision, performs skilled work in a variety of solid waste tasks and locations. Safely and efficiently operates a variety of heavy and complex equipment used in receipt, processing and disposal of solid waste, including filling, compaction, and covering of waste, maintenance and repair of facilities, and operation of the county yard waste compost site. Work is performed at all solid waste sites including the landfill, compost site, Olmsted Waste to Energy Facility (OWEF), hazardous waste facility, and the recycling center. Supports a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace.

Examples of Work

• Operates and maintains landfill equipment including excavators, scrapers, dozers, compactors, semi-tractors, tandem trucks, industrial shredder, trommels and pickup trucks.
• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment used in the processing of solid waste (various heavy equipment).
• Operates and maintains yard waste composting equipment including front end loaders, trommels, windrow turners, and water trucks.
• Receives, inspects, sorts, and processes Municipal Solid Waste (MSW), demolition, industrial solid waste, and yard wastes; removes unacceptable items prior to disposal.
• Assists OWEF staff during outages; loads/unloads equipment and deliveries, performs snow removal, maintains tipping floor cleaning zone.
• Assists hazardous waste staff in receiving, sorting, and removal of problem and hazardous materials at the Olmsted Hazardous Waste Facility.
• Operates commercial scale at OWEF, Hazardous Waste Facility, and landfill processing cash and credit transactions.
• Mows grass on shoulders and in ditches, plows snow, and sands roads.
• Meets with and educates the public.
• Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of techniques, procedures, and tools used in operating and maintaining heavy equipment as described above.
• Knowledge of equipment capabilities and adaptations for emergency or unusual conditions.
• Knowledge of safety precautions in operating heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of solid waste landfill operations and compost production processes.
• Skills in operating heavy equipment and in written and verbal communication; ability to use computers and technology.
• Ability to identify solid waste types, safely use respiratory protective devices, follow instructions, organize and prioritize work, and work effectively with others and the public.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical work.

Persons with disabilities: The above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands. Tasks involve varied environments (office, outdoors, shop, in-vehicle operations) and physical requirements (standing, walking, lifting up to 75 pounds, etc.).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Additional Considerations

• This is a Rochester, MN based position and is not remote eligible at this time.
• International relocation or international remote working arrangements will not be considered.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Olmsted County does not sponsor applicants.
• Provisional employees are eligible for benefits if employment is projected to be 12 months or longer and work at least 40 hours per pay period.

This document is a brief Summary of Benefits for Olmsted County Employees on the Paid Time Off Program.