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Equipment Operator II - Solid Waste

Aiken County Government

·

Jun 24, 2026

Salary
$42k+/yr
Location
Public Works, SC, SC, US
Type
Full-time
Education
High School
Source
GovernmentJobs

Description

Under supervision, operates heavy equipment in the maintenance and operation of County landfills. Performs related work as required. Reports to the Operator Foreman.
 
 
 Performs various tasks involved in the maintenance and operation of County landfills.
 
Operates a variety of heavy and light equipment, including bull dozers, pans, front-end loaders, back hoes, skid steers, etc., as needed for daily tasks. 
 
Distributes and compacts various types of refuse; covers finished areas with dirt; grades slopes.
 
Maintains drainage ditches and access roads at landfill sites.
 
Performs light building maintenance work at assigned facilities.
 
Directs incoming waste to proper dump area; inspects incoming waste for acceptability.
 
Provides training and leadership of lower-level equipment operators, spotters and gate attendants.
 

Cleans and maintains assigned vehicles, equipment and tools; performs routine repairs as necessary.
 
Performs all duties in accordance with all County policies and procedures, standards of quality and safety, and all applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.
 
Completes waste load check sheets, daily section logs and fuel logs.
 
Refers to policy and procedure manuals, safety manual, equipment manuals, etc.
 
Attends staff and safety meetings.
 
Operates an air compressor, air grease gun, fuel/oil pumps, telephone and two-way radio; uses hand and power tools, maintenance supplies and parts, safety gear.
 
Uses hand and power tools, safety gear, maintenance supplies, etc.
 
Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, co-workers, other County personnel, commercial haulers, and the general public.
 
 NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
 
Operates landfill scale computer to weigh incoming waste; assists truck drivers and citizens unload waste.
 
Removes trash and debris from site.
 
Opens/closes gates at appropriate times.
 
Orders and picks up supplies as needed.
 
Performs related duties as required.
 
 

REQUIRED EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND AND JOB-RELATED EXPERIENCE:

Minimum Level of Job-Related Education:
Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
 
Minimum Amount of Job-Related Experience:
One to two years of experience in public works maintenance operations and/or heavy equipment operation, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. 

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