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Heavy Equipment Operator

Waste Connections
Alvarado, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 8/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/24/2026
We are looking for an Equipment Operator to join the team at Turkey Creek Landfill in Alvarado, Texas. Previous landfill or waste experience would be a huge plus, but willing to train the right candidate.

Pay: $20.00-$24.00/hr. 55 hours/week,

Duties And Responsibilities

  • Spreading and compacting trash using a Compactor
  • Spreading daily cover using a Dozer
  • Excavating soil using an Excavator
  • Maintaining haul roads using a Grader
  • Hauling soil
  • Assist with other duties around the Landfill.

Working Conditions And Physical Effort

  • The work environment is an outdoor Landfill setting. The employee will work near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibrations. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. Areas are clean, ventilated, and well lit.

Minimum Job Requirements

  • Operate several pieces of light equipment throughout the work day.
  • Work in a fast-paced, team environment
  • Work outdoors in all types of weather
  • Follow safe operating practices
  • Learn and use interpersonal skills relating to good customer service
  • Write and comprehend reports well enough to complete daily assignments
  • Have one year of previous experience operating light equipment
  • Previous landfill experience is a plus BUT not required!

We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement.

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

Salary : $20 - $24

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