Heavy Equipment Operator
Tampa Transfer Station | Tampa, FL
Competitive Pay | Full Benefits | Career Growth
Are you someone who takes pride in operating heavy equipment and wants a long-term career with a company that puts Safety First?
Waste Connections is looking for a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team at our Tampa Transfer Station. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a stable, growing company that offers year-round work, outstanding benefits, and opportunities for advancement.
In this role, you'll operate Dozers, Excavators, Compactors, Trucks, and other heavy equipment while helping keep our transfer station running efficiently and safely.
Why Waste Connections?
At Waste Connections, we're more than just a waste company-we're a team built on safety, integrity, and hard work.
Stable, Year-Round Employment
Competitive Pay
Excellent Benefits Package
Career Advancement Opportunities
Safety-Focused Culture
Retirement & Financial Planning Benefits
Our employees don't just work here-they Connect With Their Future.
Schedule
Monday - Friday
6:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturdays as Needed
Pay $18 to $20
What You'll Do
As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you'll play a key role in the daily operations of the transfer station by:
Operating Dozers, Excavators, Compactors, Trucks, and other heavy equipment
Spreading and compacting waste using heavy equipment
Spreading daily cover material using a Dozer
Excavating and moving soil with an Excavator
Hauling and transporting materials throughout the facility
Performing equipment inspections and basic maintenance checks
Working safely and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Following all company safety procedures and operating standards
Supporting overall site operations and productivity
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of heavy equipment operating experience
Experience operating multiple types of heavy equipment
Satisfactory driving record
Strong commitment to safety
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to read, write, and complete daily reports and assignments
Positive attitude and strong work ethic
Equipment Experience Preferred
Dozers
Excavators
Compactors
Haul Trucks
Loaders
Other Heavy Equipment
Work Environment
This is a hands-on, outdoor position where you'll be working around heavy equipment and active operations.
You should be comfortable:
Benefits & Perks
We Offer
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Career Development & Advancement Opportunities
Employee Assistance Programs
Unlimited Opportunities to Connect With Your Future
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
We proudly support veterans and encourage military service members and veterans to apply.
Build Your Career With Waste Connections
If you're looking for a stable career, great pay, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to grow with a company that values its employees, we want to hear from you.
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, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.