Heavy Equip Operator -Landfill-Commerce

Position Summary

The Operator – Heavy Equipment is responsible for the safe operation of heavy equipment at a recycling center, landfill, or transfer station for the purpose of transferring, spreading, covering, loading, and/or compacting waste or soil in an efficient and safe manner.

• Perform pre- and post-operation inspection of the equipment in accordance with Company policy to ensure windows, lights, mirrors, and rear view camera are clean.
• Safely and efficiently operate equipment that may include forklift, excavator, bulldozer, front‑end loader, and other equipment using proper safety standards.
• Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste in materials.
• Continuously monitor the condition of the equipment to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time; clean tracks or wheels on equipment, as needed.
• Perform and document minor service on equipment, referring more complicated mechanical issues to the Maintenance Shop for repair.
• Complete Equipment Condition Report and other reports, as necessary; report any necessary repairs to supervisor.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure that the shop is clean, serviced, and stored at the completion of each shift.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

• Good customer service skills to meet and exceed customer expectations; act in a professional, courteous, and cooperative manner toward customers and co‑workers; work with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness.
• Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed efficiently and safely.
• Good follow‑through ability; adhere to work schedule and follow through on challenges as they arise.
• Adhere to Company policies and rules, promote the Company’s safety standards, and do not take inappropriate risks.
• Maintain a feeling of pride in work and strive to achieve all goals.

Two (2) years of prior related experience in heavy equipment operation.

One (1) year of prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.

$24.10 to $33.10 per hour, depending on locality.

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans, and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO).

Republic Services is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. For any concerns relating to Republic Services’ commitment to equal‑opportunity employment, you may contact the AWARE Line at 1-866-3-AWARE-4.

07-05-2026