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Solid Waste Operator CDL | Landfill

CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
Waco, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/27/2026
Summary

Minimum Starting Salary is $23.1866 hourly, depending on qualifications

The City of Waco Seeks

A reliable candidate capable of operating specialized heavy equipment to move, grade, and cover landfill materials at the City landfill or transfer station disposal facilities for the Public Works Department, Solid Waste Division.

Minimum Qualifications
Required:
  • Texas Class B Commercial Driver's License required within 90 Days of employment.
  • Applicant must hold a written permit at the time of application.
  • 6 months of heavy equipment operations and/or commercial vehicle experience
Preferred:
  • H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent

Position Overview
Under basic supervision, operates specialized heavy equipment at the City landfill or transfer station disposal facilities for the Public Works Department, Solid Waste Division.

Essential Functions
  • Operates a variety of vehicles and equipment at the City landfill and transfer station in accordance with all safety regulations; performs manual labor tasks as needed; maintains daily work logs and records; provides customer service as needed; performs duties within the scope of authority and training and in compliance with City policies; duties may vary according to job assignment.
  • Operates specialized heavy equipment to move, grade, and cover landfill and transfer station materials; monitors work environment for safety and continually screens all materials at the landfill in order to identify hazardous and prohibited waste; utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed; inspects and maintains vehicles and equipment according to City standards.
  • Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information.
  • May be required to respond after hours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City-wide emergency.


The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds.

To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page.

Why Work For Waco:
  • Meaningful and challenging work
  • Make a difference and improve communities
  • Competitive Salary and Benefits
    • Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
    • Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match
    • Education Assistance Program
    • Paid Parental Leave
    • Employee Assistance
    • Longevity Pay
    • And More!
  • Chance to do work you are passionate about
  • Desire to give back

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