Transfer Station Heavy Equipment Operator- Hermiston, OR

Waste Connections
$30.50 / hr
life insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off, short term disability, 401(k)
United States, Oregon, Hermiston
Apr 01, 2026
Heavy Equipment Operator - Transfer Station Sanitary Disposal, A Waste Connections Company Location: Hermiston, Oregon Schedule: Wednesday- Friday Hours are 7:00am-4:30Pm. Saturday 8:00am-4:30pm, and Sunday 8:30am-1:30pm. (Overtime frequently available) Starting Pay: $30.50 per hour Position Overview Sanitary Disposal, a Waste Connections company, is seeking a fulltime, yearround Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team at the Hermiston Transfer Station. We are looking for a safetydriven operator with strong experience in frontend loaders, excavators, and yard truck/trailer operations. This role plays a key part in maintaining efficient transfer station operations while upholding the highest standards of safety and environmental compliance. Key Responsibilities Operate Front End Loaders, Excavators, and Yard Trucks/Trailers efficiently and safely. Perform routine inspections and basic maintenance on equipment, including checking oil, water, and tire pressure. Maintain proper care, cleanliness, and functionality of all assigned equipment and tools. Support continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices. Assist with compactor operations (preferred experience but not required). Complete additional duties assigned to support daily transfer station operations. Working Conditions & Physical Requirements Requires strenuous physical activity, including lifting, pushing, and pulling items over 50 lbs. Work environment includes exposure to physical hazards; adherence to safety procedures is mandatory. Must be able to operate heavy equipment in varying weather and site conditions. Requires basic computer skills for daily tasks and reporting. Must understand and follow safety procedures, equipment maintenance practices, and vehicle inspection standards. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. 1+ year of directly related heavy equipment experience, including loaders, excavators, and yard truck/trailer operation. Basic computer proficiency. Strong commitment to safety and teamwork. What We Offer Annual Safety Bonuses Annual Boot Allowance Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits Paid Time Off 401(k) Program Stable, fulltime, yearround employment with a respected industry leader To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at www.wasteconnections.com . Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest. We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future". A link to our benefits overview can be found here:https://careers.wasteconnections.com/why-waste-connections Waste Connections is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran)