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Manatee County Government is Hiring a Landfill Operator Near Bradenton, FL
Utilities Department / Solid Waste – Landfill Operator 3333 Lena Road, Bradenton, Florida 34211 Two Openings: 7:00am-3:30pm (Monday - Friday) OR 4 days - 10 hour shifts (3 weekdays and every Saturday)
Providing quality customer service to our citizens, business owners and visitors is Manatee County Government’s top priority, and that starts with our employees. We value Accountability, Civility, and Ethics in everything we do, and we look for friendly, innovative employees who share those values. The Landfill Facility covers 1,200 acres and the physical landfill area is 316 acres. The “Hill” is the highest point in Manatee County at 130’ in elevation above sea level and you can even view the Skyway Bridge on a clear day. The Lena Rd Landfill buried an average of 1,034 tons per day in 2020 and is expected to last until 2041 based on the current population. As a Landfill Operator you will be working in the Solid Waste Division where the goal is to keep contaminates from the county streets and waterways. A Landfill Operator safely and efficiently operate earthmovers, trash compactors, bulldozers, and backhoes to ensure trash and contaminates are properly disposed of within the Landfill area. It will be very important that you understand and follow regulatory compliance policies and procedures.
Manatee County strives to be an employer of choice and most of our employees turn jobs into long term careers with great benefits.
Comprehensive benefits package – Your Choice Manatee Health Plan
Generous vacation/sick leave, 12 paid holidays
Florida Retirement System (FRS)
Tuition reimbursement
Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership.
Please see complete job description hereRequired Skills
1 years’ experience operating heavy construction and earth-moving-related equipment.
Valid Driver’s License with the ability to obtain CDL if required for a specific position within 30 days of hire.
Florida Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A with Tanker Endorsement may be required depending on duties assigned.