Solid Waste Equipment Operator

Experienced Equipment Operator

Gilchrist County Solid Waste & Recycling is seeking an experienced Equipment Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience operating heavy equipment and a strong commitment to safety and customer service.

• Ability to perform heavy lifting and work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Good customer service skills
• Heavy lifting
• (Preferred) Florida Class ACDL license (copy must be submitted with application)

• Operate heavy equipment to support County operations
• Transport waste and serve as an attendant at recycling sites
• Perform additional duties as needed to meet department requirements

• Hourly rate: $16–$18
  , based on qualifications
• Full-time position with retirement benefits

• Direct deposit is required.

If you have any other questions, please contact Tammy Moore, HR Director for Gilchrist County BOCC  or trmoore.us

Gilchrist County is an Equal Opportunities Employer and a Drug Free Workplace
. Gilchrist County requires pre-employment drug and background screening. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the human resources of the department listed. Notification to the hiring department must be made in advance, to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE
. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ Preference ensures that veterans and eligible persons are considered at each step of the selection process. However, preference does not guarantee that a veteran or other eligible person will be the candidate selected to fill the position. Section 295.07, Florida Statutes (F.S.) specifies who is eligible for Veterans’ Preference. State of Florida residency is not required for Veterans’ Preference.

Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes all required documents as per Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment.

Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.