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Landfill Maintenance Specialist

Columbus, OH · On-site

$17.82 - $18.50/hr

Purpose At Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio (SWACO), we pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer. Our employees and customers come from all walks of life and our goal is to ...

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Equipment Laborer

Grove City, OH

$15.50 - $19/hr

Greet residents and guide them on where and how to safely dispose of their waste at the SWACO Residents Pad. * Provide friendly, knowledgeable customer service by answering questions and offering ...

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Equipment Laborer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$15.50 - $19.25/hr

Direct customers on where and how to dispose of their waste at the SWACO Residents Pad * Experience operating backhoe, street sweeper, track hoe, bobcat, box truck etc. * Provide excellent customer ...

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Landfill Maintenance Specialist

Columbus, OH · On-site

$20 - $27.50/hr

Purpose At Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio (SWACO), we pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer. Our employees and customers come from all walks of life and our goal is to ...

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Fleet Mechanic

Columbus, OH · On-site

$23.50 - $30/hr

Purpose At Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio (SWACO), we pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer. Our employees and customers come from all walks of life, and our goal is to ...

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Heavy Equipment Operator

Grove City, OH · On-site

SWACO provides consumers recycling opportunities around Franklin County at our recycling drop off-locations. Our Heavy Equipment Operator performs all duties such as solid waste placement, daily and ...

SWACO

Equipment Laborer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$21.50/hr

Greet residents and guide them on where and how to safely dispose of their waste at the SWACO Residents Pad. * Provide friendly, knowledgeable customer service by answering questions and offering ...

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Heavy Equipment Operator

Grove City, OH · On-site

$31.35/hr

SWACO provides consumers recycling opportunities around Franklin County at our recycling drop off-locations. Our Heavy Equipment Operator performs all duties such as solid waste placement, daily and ...

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Landfill Maintenance Specialist

SWACO

Columbus, OH • On-site

$17.82 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Purpose
At Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio (SWACO), we pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer. Our employees and customers come from all walks of life and our goal is to celebrate the diverse and inclusive community each person creates. We believe in a cleaner, more sustainable future for our community. The Landfill Maintenance Specialist performs a variety of tasks to support landfill operations, including equipment operation, traffic control, and maintenance of vehicles, buildings, grounds, and public roadways.
Key Responsibilities
  • Maintain landfill grounds (mowing, trimming, litter removal).
  • Build and repair fences.
  • Operate SWACO equipment and vehicles (e.g., backhoe, street sweeper, fuel truck, roll-off truck, water truck).
  • Fuel vehicles and equipment; complete pre- and post-trip inspections and DVIR forms.
  • Maintain clean and safe worksite conditions.
  • Pick up litter at SWACO facilities and along assigned highways and roadways.
  • Sweep sidewalks, shovel snow, and salt walkways.
  • Direct traffic for proper dumping and ensure vehicle positioning.
  • Maintain odor control systems.
  • Open and close facility gates daily.
  • Assist with beautification projects (painting, minor repairs).
  • Maintain restrooms and replenish supplies.
  • Assist maintenance personnel and mechanics with basic repairs (e.g., changing tires, retrieving parts).
  • Apply erosion control measures (silt fences, straw bales).
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
  • Education: High school diploma or GED required.
  • Experience: Maintenance activities and light/medium equipment operation preferred.
  • License: Valid Ohio Driver's License required.

Skills & Abilities
  • Ability to operate light, medium, and heavy equipment.
  • Read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Basic math skills.
  • Reliable and dependable with consistent attendance.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse individuals.
  • Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere and communicate professionally.

Physical Requirements
  • Regular climbing, lifting (up to 100 lbs), walking, stooping, and kneeling.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces and use power tools.
  • PPE required: hard hat, safety glasses, high-visibility garment, work gloves, steel-toe boots.

Working Conditions
  • Exposure to weather, heat, cold, noise, dust, odors, fumes, and mechanical hazards.
  • Work near moving parts, in elevated conditions, and outdoors.
  • Must be available for emergency calls, shift work, and mandatory overtime.

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