Landfill Technician

Overview

Join our team and play an important role in keeping our landfill operations safe, efficient, and running smoothly! This hands‑on position involves operating heavy equipment, assisting with waste inspections, and directing traffic across the site. If you enjoy working outdoors, operating equipment, and being part of a hardworking team that keeps the community moving, this is a great opportunity to build your skills in a dynamic environment.

• Operate, with some supervision, all landfill equipment, including front‑end loader, backhoe, bulldozer, trash compactor, dump truck, and any other related equipment
• Complete daily maintenance checks and prepare required documentation
• Service and make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment
• Direct traffic or serve as a spotter at the landfill
• Assist with waste inspections
• Assist with mulching and tire shredding operations
• May be required to work non‑routine hours for snow removal or other emergencies
• Perform related duties as assigned

• Two to three years of experience operating motorized equipment
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License held for at least 2 years
• High School Diploma or GED preferred, but not required

• Knowledge of the safe operation and basic maintenance of trucks and heavy equipment, including applicable traffic laws, safety practices, and solid waste operations
• Ability to identify hazards, perform minor equipment adjustments and repairs, follow oral and written instructions, and maintain positive working relationships with co‑workers and the public

Requires physical effort working almost exclusively with moving and lifting items up to 50 pounds for an extended period, and walking and standing for extended periods of time. Includes talking, stooping, sitting, kneeling, bending, reaching, and gripping. Requires being on call for emergencies and non‑business hours, and working flexible schedules—including holidays and weekends.

Indoor and outdoor work is conducted in variable weather conditions, including extreme heat or cold. Exposed to high or low temperatures, humid conditions, and other unfavorable weather conditions throughout the year.

Frederick County Virginia Government is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The County’s EEO Utilization Report is available a.us/jobs. Benefits are available to Frederick County employees, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, optional life and disability plans, flexible spending account for health care, dependent care assistance program, an employee assistance program and a deferred compensation program.