Heavy Equipment Operator Eligibility List

Heavy Equipment Operator Eligibility List

Salary

$27.40 Hourly

Location

South Landfill, 1258 Mill Road, Greenleaf, WI, WI

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2026-01012

Department

Port & Resource Recovery

Opening Date

10/13/2026

Closing Date

10/20/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Heavy Equipment Operator operates heavy equipment and performs general unskilled and skilled labor involving Solid Waste Operations both at the transfer station and landfill or the maintenance and construction of roads, ditches and other infrastructure.

Essential Duties

Operates equipment such as solid waste compactors, graders, scrapers, excavators, bulldozers, dump trucks, skid-steer, front-end loaders, sweepers, tractor/mowers, tow motors, tractors/mowers, trailers, rollers, off road trucks etc.

Performs hand work, shovels, erects and removes snow fences, etc. Picks up litter and debris; works independently or with a work crew.

Maintains, cleans, and washes equipment, vehicles, and facilities.

Services, changes oil, grease, fuel, and makes minor repairs and adjustments to equipment, working with the mechanic(s) as necessary.

Operates and maintains equipment, and other ancillary equipment.

Performs daily pre-trip inspections and routine, preventive maintenance services on equipment.

Performs minor equipment repairs and reports mechanical issues to appropriate staff.

Operates refuse compactors and bulldozers by spreading and compacting refuse.

Spreads, covers and maintains landfill slopes and surface areas with track type equipment.

Operates equipment at transfer stations, loads transfer trucks.

Operates hook truck and other equipment at various locations on site in support of landfill diversion or other resources recovery programs.

Installs alternative daily cover systems

May assist in the maintenance and/or construction of the landfill gas collection and control system.

Performs general grounds maintenance to include litter and erosion control activities.

Perform spotter or traffic control as needed

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Performs related functions as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Required

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent, plus experience with heavy duty equipment operation, or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities. Valid Wisconsin Class "A" Commercial Driver's License desired, but not necessary

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid Wisconsin Drivers License, Landfill Site Operator certification (obtainable within 1 year of hire)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge and skill in the operation and maintenance of heavy highway equipment.

Knowledge of and ability to operate and service trucks, tractors, and light equipment.

Knowledge of traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations involved in equipment operation.

Knowledge of the hazards of operating heavy equipment and demonstrated ability to comply with appropriate safety regulations.

Knowledge and ability to set up levels and lasers. Ability to read gauges, dials, etc.

Ability to work in adverse weather conditions, and cope with distracting vibrations, fumes, dust, etc.

Ability to organize and maintain accurate and complete records, and prepare clear and comprehensive reports

Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to comply with appropriate safety regulations.

Ability to work semi-independently making sound decisions using good judgment.

Ability to use tact and diplomacy when dealing with co-workers, contractors, customers, county officials and officers, general public, etc.

Ability to walk, bend, stoop, lift, carry; push, pull, and otherwise move objects up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally, understanding and utilizing proper body mechanics.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Standing/walking

Sitting (driving/operating equipment)

Lifting/carrying up to 100 lbs. floor to 37" (37" height of pickup truck bed)

Pushing/pulling

Climbing (on/off equipment)

Stooping

Kneeling

Bending

Crawling

Reaching: high/low level

Finger movement-repetitive

Repetitive twisting/pressure with wrist or hands

Both hands required

Both legs required

Ability to communicate verbally

Visual requirements for operator moving machinery/vehicles

Brown County is an E-Verify employer. Click the links below for more information.

https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/E-Verify%20Participation%20Poster(1).pdf

https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/IER%20Right%20to%20Work%20Poster.pdf

Brown County offers a substantial benefit package. Here is some information:

Eligible Employees:

You may enroll in the Brown County benefits if you are an employee classified as a 0.5 FTE (full-time equivalent) working at least 18.75 or 20 hours per week.

Health Care:

Emplify Health by Bellin Nearsite Healthcare: Those enrolled in the Countys health plan can access primary care, urgent care, lab work, physical and occupational therapy services at designated Bellin locations at no cost to the plan member.

Bellin Health FastCare: This convenient care clinic offers employees and dependents enrolled in the health plan to seek care at any FastCare location at no cost.

Teladoc: Offered at $0 employee cost.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

Offered through AllOne Health at $0 employee cost.

Medical Benefits:

Brown Countys medical plan is administered by UMR. CVS Caremark administers the prescription drug benefits portion. We have a tiered system for employee contributions.

Dental Plan:

Brown County offers two dental plans, Delta Dental allows you to choose any dentist while the Care Plus plan requires you to see a Dental Associates dentist.

One Pass Select gym program:

We offer a subscription-based fitness and well-being program that supports a healthier lifestyle.

Vision:

We offer a voluntary vision plan through EyeMed Insight Network.

Flex Spending:

Healthcare FSA is offered as a cost savings tool to help with common medical expenses not covered by your insurance.

Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Also, working for the County means you can apply for student loan forgiveness after 10 years of employment based on qualifications. Learn more here: https://dpm.wi.gov/Pages/Job_Seekers/StudentLoanForgiveness.aspx

We also offer Accident Insurance, Cancer Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Life Insurance and Pet Insurance.

Employer Brown County

Address P O Box 23600

Green Bay, Wisconsin, 54305

Phone 920-448-4071

Website http://www.browncountywi.gov