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Solid Waste Equipment Operator

Job Details:

  • Solid Waste & Recycling
  • Washington County
Deadline: 06/12/2025 04:00 PM

Job Description:

Washington County offers a full compensation package that reflects how much we value our employees. Please take a look at what you can expect to earn as the Solid Waste Equipment Operator your first year as a full time Employee with Washington County Government:

  • Sixty (60) Paid Personal Hours
  • Eighty (80) Paid Vacation Hours
  • Fourteen (14) Paid Holidays
  • One Hundred & Twenty (120) Paid Sick Hours
  • County and Employee funded Healthcare including Health, Prescription, Dental and Vision Coverage
  • County Paid Employee Assistance Plan
  • County Paid Life Insurance
  • County Paid Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
  • County Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
  • County Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Up to $2,500.00 Annual Tuition Reimbursement Assistance
  • County and Employee funded Defined Pension Plan
    • Vested in just five (5) years.
    • Credit for Prior Active Military Service and Unused Paid Sick Days.
  • An Annual minimum Salary of $52,686 starting.

If our Solid Waste Equipment Operator comprehensive compensation package interests you, please continue reading through our job posting to learn more about the position’s duties, responsibilities, prerequisites, etc. and apply online today.

JOB TITLE: Solid Waste Equipment Operator GRADE 10
DEPARTMENT: Solid Waste FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO: Superintendent of Landfill Operations    

GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:

Performs difficult skilled work operating heavy construction and related equipment at the landfill. Direction is provided by the Operations Supervisor, Assistant Director or Deputy-Director of Solid Waste.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS:

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

  1. Operates landfill compactor, dozer, grader, scraper, backhoe, gradall, roller, sweeper, semi-truck and trailer, dump truck, tub grinder, plow truck, excavator, bucket truck, forklift and articulated trucks.
  2. Excavates earth to facilitate construction of future landfill cells.
  3. Constructs sediment-erosion control ponds, swales, ditches.
  4. Compacts trash in daily land filling operations.
  5. Covers trash daily with earth or other materials (i.e. tarp).
  6. Clears trees and vegetation from land for landfill construction.
  7. Reclaims landfill cells when Covers, seeds and mulches.
  8. Repairs storm damage and erosion on landfill slopes and throughout facility grounds.
  9. Ensures patrons dispose of refuse at appropriate site by giving direction to proper unloading areas.
  10. Inspects incoming waste stream for unacceptable Assists with snow removal and ice control.
  11. Assists mechanics in repair and maintenance of equipment.
  12. Performs related tasks as required or as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Working knowledge of the operating procedures of various makes and types of heavy duty construction equipment; of the safe operating limits of heavy equipment; of traffic regulations; of the principles of highway engineering as they apply to highway maintenance and construction involving the use of heavy equipment; of the maintenance and repair of heavy equipment and gasoline and diesel engines; ability to operate all types of heavy construction equipment; to make minor repairs to heavy equipment and to assist with complex repairs to the equipment under the guidance of an automotive mechanic; to understand and execute instructions; to deviate within specified limits from instructions when field conditions warrants changes; to keep records; to train equipment operators; and to perform other related landfill maintenance functions; ability to act as the on-site eyes that perform inspection of the entire waste stream; ability to operate machinery in close proximity to general public and haulers; and ability to always be alert and safety conscience.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and considerable experience in the operation of heavy construction and automotive equipment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This is work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; work requires reaching, fingering, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker may be subject to adverse environmental conditions.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of an appropriate valid CDL class A driver’s license with tanker endorsement. Ability to work six (6) days a week (minimum 48 hour/week operation).

Revised: 09/2016, 09/2018, 10/2019, 05/2025

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

Washington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals requiring special accommodations or assistance are requested to contact the Human Resources Department at 240-313-2350, Voice or TDD (D/HH use 711) M/F/H/V.

DEADLINE FOR FILING APPLICATIONS WITH HUMAN RESOURCES:

Thursday, June 12th, 2025 @ 4:00pm

Ready to get started? Apply for the Solid Waste Equipment Operator position now!

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INSTRUCTIONS: Applications are only accepted for posted positions. All applicants must provide a complete application for each position.

For more information contact:
WASHINGTON COUNTY GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
100 W. WASHINGTON ST., Room 2300
HAGERSTOWN, MD 21740-4735
Telephone: (240) 313-2350
Fax: (240)-203-6355
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Applicant Information

General Questions

If you have been employed with Washington County:

Driving Record

Education & Training

If you have a GED:
Colleges Attended
Other Training (including business, trade, military, etc.)

General Information

INSTRUCTIONS: The information listed below must be completed by all applicants. Failure to complete this information truthfully may result in disqualification from consideration for County employment. Affirmative responses to these questions will not automatically exclude you from employment consideration. Applicants may attach additional sheets if necessary:

Employment & Training

Employer 1

Employer 2

Employer 3

Employment References

Each applicant is required to provide 3 references

Pre Employment Statement

PRE-EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SUBMITTING FORM

I certify that, if employed, I will produce documents to establish that I am legally able to work in the United States. I understand that a final employment offer is contingent upon completion of INS Form I-9 and receipt of acceptable documentation at the time of hire.

In the event that I am provided a conditional offer of employment, I consent to taking an employment physical examination to include an alcohol and drug screen and such future physical examinations as may be lawfully required by the County. I authorize the County to contact my previous employers, if necessary, and obtain employment information from them, and to further investigate the truthfulness of my application, including review of my motor vehicle record and such future periodic review as may be lawfully required by the County.

I certify that answers given herein are true to the best of my knowledge.

I understand further that any false answers or statements or misleading omissions made by me on this application, in any interview for employment, in connection with the above mentioned investigation, or in any physical examination shall be sufficient grounds for my rejection as a candidate for employment or for immediate discharge, if discovered after my hiring.

I AGREE THAT EMPLOYMENT WITH WASHINGTON COUNTY IS AN “AT-WILL” EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP. AT-WILL EMPLOYMENT MEANS THAT EITHER THE EMPLOYER OR THE EMPLOYEE MAY TERMINATE THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP AT ANY TIME FOR ANY REASON, WITH OR WITHOUT NOTICE, AND WITH OR WITHOUT CAUSE. I ALSO AGREE THAT NO REPRESENTATION BY ANY COUNTY OFFICIAL OR SUPERVISOR AND THAT NO PROVISION OF THE EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK, ANY PERSONNEL REGULATION OR ANY OTHER EMPLOYMENT RELATED PRACTICE OR PROCEDURE, ORAL OR WRITTEN, SHALL BE EFFECTIVE TO CHANGE THE “AT-WILL” NATURE OF EMPLOYMENT WITH WASHINGTON COUNTY.

“UNDER MARYLAND LAW, AN EMPLOYER MAY NOT REQUIRE OR DEMAND, AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT, PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYMENT, OR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT, THAT AN INDIVIDUAL SUBMIT TO OR TAKE A LIE-DETECTOR OR SIMILAR TEST. ANY EMPLOYER WHO VIOLATES THIS PROVISION IS GUILTY OF A MISDEMEANOR AND SUBJECT TO A FINE NOT TO EXCEED $100.”

Affirmative Action & Race Information

APPLICANT DATA RECORD

Applicants are considered for all positions, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic or veteran status, sexual orientation, or disability.

As an employer, we comply with all government regulations and any applicable affirmative action responsibilities.

Solely to help us comply with any applicable government record keeping, reporting and other legal requirements, please fill out the Affirmative Action Survey below. We appreciate your cooperation.

This Affirmative Action Survey data, which you provide voluntarily, will be kept separate and confidential from this Application for Employment.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION

Government agencies require periodic reports on the sex, ethnicity, disability, and veteran status of applicants. This data is for analysis and affirmative action only.

RACE/ETHNIC IDENTIFICATION (Please check all that apply)

Veteran Identification

Special Employment Notice to Disabled Veterans, Vietnam Era Veterans, and Individuals with Physical or Mental Handicaps

Government contractors are subject to 38 USC 2012 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974 which requires that they take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, which requires government contractors to take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified handicapped individuals.

If you are a disabled veteran, or have a physical or mental handicap, you are invited to volunteer this information. This information will be treated as confidential. Failure to provide this information will not jeopardize or adversely affect your consideration for employment.

FMCSA

FMCSA Commercial Driver’s License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse

I hereby provide consent to Washington County Board of Commissioners to conduct a full query of the FMCSA Commercial Driver’s License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse ( Clearinghouse) to determine whether drug or alcohol violation information about me exists in the Clearinghouse.

I understand that if the full query conducted by Washington County Board of Commissioners indicates that drug or alcohol violation information about me exists in the Clearinghouse, FMCSA will not disclose that information to Washington County Board of Commissioners without first obtaining additional specific consent from me.

I understand that Washington County Board of Commissioners will conduct annual limited queries as required by FMCSA.

I further understand that if I refuse to provide consent for Washington County Board of Commissioners to conduct a limited query of the Clearinghouse, Washington County Board of Commissioners must prohibit me from performing safety- sensitive functions, including driving a commercial motor vehicle, as required by FMCSA’ s drug and alcohol program regulations.

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