Heavy Equipment Operator (SLD Landfill Punta Gorda FL)
- Location
- 6435-SLD Landfill
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
Waste Connections, Inc. has immediate openings for HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR in Punta Gorda SLD Landfill, Punta Gorda, FL.
A typical schedule is Monday – Friday. Average workweek is 50 plus Hours. May work weekends if needed.
$21.00 an hour DOE
POSITION SUMMARY:
- Spreading and compacting trash using a compactor
- Spreading daily cover using a Dozer
- Excavating soil using a excavator
- Hauling soil
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Operate several pieces of heavy equipment thru out the work day
- Work in a fast paced, team environment
- Work outdoors in all types of weather
- Write and comprehend reports well enough to complete daily assignments
- Have 2 years of previous experience operating heavy equipment
- Ability to lift 50lbs repeatedly throughout the day
- Must have excavator experience
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Competitive pay!!
- Excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to “Connect with Your Future”.
- Garbage is very stable and we work year round!
- VETERAN are encouraged to apply.
If you have any questions or need help with your application feel free to call the Recruiter, Pete Carreon at 832-510-5681.
Apply today and Connect with Your Future!
Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.
From Waste Connections US, Inc's careers page (Workday), checked 30 Oct 2026.
How to apply
- Select Apply on wasteconnections.com. It opens Waste Connections US, Inc's own application form in a new tab, run on Workday.
- Fill in the form and upload your résumé there. Jobiwork never sees your application.
- Waste Connections US, Inc will reply to you directly. No real employer asks you for money to apply.
Posted 5 Oct 2026 · checked 30 Oct 2026 · Report this job