Heavy Equipment Operator

at Ada County in Boise, Idaho, United States

Heavy Equipment Operator

Salary

$26.25 Hourly

Location

Boise, ID

Job Type

Full-Time with Benefits

Job Number

02625

Department

Solid Waste

Opening Date

06/26/2025

Closing Date

7/11/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

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General Summary

Ada County is a great place to work! We have more than 2000 employees dedicated to enhancing our communitys quality of life. Our Landfill team is growing, and this is an excellent opportunity to be a part of taking this team to the next level.

We offer a competitive benefits package which includes excellent medical, dental and vision insurance; generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start; 11 paid holidays a year; participation in one of the Nations best state retirement systems which includes 11.96% employer contribution; various savings plans including a deferred compensation 457(b) plan with up to 3% county match; 401K plan; paid parental leave; life insurance; wellness programs; ongoing training opportunities and career pathing. This generous Ada County Total Rewards package increases the base salary by approximately 40 percent.

The Ada County Landfill is YOUR landfill. The facilities and services are available to every resident of Ada County. The Landfill is dedicated to serving Idahos largest community, keeping it a safe environmental place to live and work. Ada County is a great place to work! The Ada County Landfill seeks to proactively manage County waste disposal facilities, enforce applicable codes, and provide reasonably priced and environmentally acceptable methods for solid and hazardous wastes reduction and disposal for County residents and businesses.

Learn more about Ada County Landfill by visiting their website. Ada County Landfill (

PLEASE NOTE : This incumbent selected for this position will work the Monday through Wednesday shift (13-hour days). Application, resume, and cover letter must be current/updated to be considered for this position.

POSITION GENERAL SUMMARY :

The Ada County Landfill Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe operation of heavy equipment at the landfill for the purpose of covering, loading and/or compacting waste or soil in an efficient and safe manner.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS :

The work of this class is to accomplish