Heavy Equipment Operator- Sanitation, Landfill (Civil Service)

City of Dallas

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SANLANDFILL Until 10/2/2026 2+ years exp First posted March 22, 2025 Last posted August 3, 2026
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Job Summary

The Heavy Equipment Operator - Sanitation handles large equipment at the landfill such as, motor graders, excavators, dozers, compactors, articulating dump trucks, etc. to contribute to the daily operations of the landfill and serve the citizens of the surrounding areas.


Job Description
 

Overview

The Heavy Equipment Operator - Sanitation handles large equipment at the landfill such as, motor graders, excavators, dozers, compactors, articulating dump trucks, etc. to contribute to the daily operations of the landfill and serve the citizens of the surrounding areas.

Essential Functions

1 Operates an off-road truck to haul, move, and spread dirt, mulch, crushed concrete, and other materials to their desired locations within the landfill.

2 Handles additional heavy equipment when necessary to improve road services, spread garbage, build berms, sweep roads, and dig postholes.

3 Performs any and all other trades work as needed or assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

1 Knowledge of heavy equipment operations and safety procedures.

2 Knowledge of hazardous materials, risks, and protective actions.

3 Knowledge of functions and capabilities of different types of mechanical and vehicular equipment.

4 Ability to collaborate and work in a team.

5 Ability to train, instruct, and guide new employees in a professional manner.

6 Ability to climb, lift, and sit for long periods of time.

7 Communicating effectively and in writing.

8 Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Minimum Qualifications:

EXPERIENCE: 

  • Two (2) years of experience operating heavy motorized equipment OR off-road equipment used in excavation, construction, landfill, or waste collections (e.g. compactor, motor grader, bulldozer, excavator). 

EQUIVALENCY: 

  • One (1) year of experience in waste disposal operations will meet the experience requirement.

LICENSE:

  • Valid driver's license and good driving record.



Salary Range

 

$24.39 - $27.71


 

The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About this role

Summary

Operate heavy machinery at landfill to support waste management and city services.

Job title

Heavy Equipment Operator- Sanitation, Landfill (Civil Service)

Experience level

2+ years or 1 year in waste disposal

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

public sector

Location requirements

On-site in Dallas, no remote work allowed.

Salary

$24.39 - $27.71

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

heavy equipment operationssafety procedureshazardous materialsmechanical knowledgeteamwork

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

heavy equipmentlandfillwaste disposalconstructionexcavation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site
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