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City of Brownwood, TX

LANDFILL OPERATOR I

Brownwood, TX · On-site

$16.67/hr

LANDFILL/ RECYCLING DEPARTMENT Opening Date: 08/18/2026 Description Performs manual labor ... Operators with cleaning and washing equipment. 7) Provide relief for the Recycling Center Attendant ...

Brownwood, City of (TX)

LANDFILL OPERATOR I

Brownwood, TX

$16.75 - $20.50/hr

... Operators with cleaning and washing equipment. 7) Provide relief for the Recycling Center Attendant ... Ability to learn and follow operational procedures for the landfill and recycling center.

Republic Services

Ops Manager Landfill

Frankfort, IN · On-site

Certification as a Landfill Operator. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: * High School Diploma or GED. * Minimum of 2 years of supervisory or management experience or participation in Republic Services ...

Republic Services

Ops Manager Landfill

Frankfort, IN · On-site

Certification as a Landfill Operator. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: * High School Diploma or GED. * Minimum of 2 years of supervisory or management experience or participation in Republic Services ...

Republic Services

Certification as a Landfill Operator. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: * High School Diploma or GED. * Minimum of 2 years of supervisory or management experience or participation in Republic Services ...

City of St. Joseph

Laborer - Landfill

Saint Joseph, MO · On-site

$15.92/hr

Landfill Salary: $33,118.00yr/$15.922115hr Closing Date: Until Filled Job Summary/Scope Picks up ... Assists operators in digging out tracks on equipment. * Directs traffic in the dump area when ...

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How much do landfill operators jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for landfill operators in the United States is $24.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $27.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Landfill Operators vs Waste Management Technicians?

AspectLandfill OperatorsWaste Management Technicians
CredentialsHigh school diploma, OSHA safety training, equipment operation certificationsHigh school diploma, safety training, waste handling certifications
Work EnvironmentLandfill sites, outdoor, heavy machinery operationWaste collection sites, outdoor, vehicle and equipment use
Industry UsagePrimarily in waste disposal and landfill managementIn waste collection, recycling, and disposal services

Landfill Operators focus on managing landfill sites, operating heavy machinery, and ensuring environmental compliance. Waste Management Technicians handle waste collection, sorting, and recycling processes. While both roles work outdoors and require safety certifications, Landfill Operators typically operate heavy equipment at disposal sites, whereas Waste Management Technicians focus on waste pickup and processing. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right role in the waste management industry.

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Infographic showing various Landfill Operators job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,928 per year, or $25 per hour.

Heavy Equipment Operator, Green Point

Broussard, LA • On-site

Waste Pro
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Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

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Job description

Waste Pro is now hiring Landfill Equipment Operators ... Apply Now !!
The Landfill Equipment Operator is Responsible for the inspection of incoming waste and the placement and management of that waste on the site as well as moving and spreading waste and earth. The efficient and safe operation of the site.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
* Able to operate a front-end loader and other heavy equipment.
* Understand refuse disposal policies, procedures, guidelines and practices.
* Ability to manipulate heavy equipment control levers.
* Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions;
* Ability to maintain written records.
* Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
* See in the normal visual range with or without correction
* Exhibit normal range of body motion
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Must have a valid driver's license for the state in which the position works. Requires a clean driving record.
* 2 years of experience operating heavy equipment
* 24 hour Landfill Operators License preferred.
* High school Diploma or GED preferred
OTHER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Employees in this job classification must attend and participate in corporation sponsored training courses as assigned.
* Employees in this job classification are responsible for keeping up to date on current technology, as job appropriate, being used by Waste Pro USA.
* Any additional job duties that may be assigned by the Supervisor.
Special Considerations/Physical Work Requirements:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
* Ability to perform pushing, pulling, bending, lifting of up to 75 pounds throughout the shift with or without reasonable accommodations. As well as climb into and out of a truck repeatedly.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Works in a variety of environment conditions, including wide temperature and weather variations including heat, cold, snow, rain, wind; noise and vibrations, fumes, odors and dust

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