Solid Waste Operator

Job Description:
Oneida County is now hiring an Operator/Technician position with the Solid Waste Department. Join the team at our updated facility located at 7450 Highway K, Rhinelander. Position includes great benefits, WI retirement, year round work and training.

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES: This position operates and maintains heavy equipment, a baler system, waste compactors and other equipment. This position is responsible for composting operations, grounds, building and equipment maintenance and upkeep, monitoring and recording information for onsite systems, directing and assisting customers, overseeing the recycling drop-off area, preparing hazardous waste for shipment, basic mechanic duties, snow removal and providing backup to other positions in the department. Experience on in a recycling or landfill site not required and in-depth training is provided.

WORK HOURS: This full-time position works weekdays, Monday through Friday and every other Saturday. Position works half days on Fridays on the weeks they are not required to work Saturday. Some schedule flexibility is provided as needed.

WAGES AND BENEFITS: Starting 2025 wage of $20.81 to $23.62 per hour based on previous education and qualifications. Position offers excellent benefit package including affordable health insurance, cash incentives for waiving health coverage, WI Retirement System benefits and generous PTO (Paid Time Off) with the ability to carryover unused PTO into future years.

HOW TO APPLY: Complete job description and required Oneida County application is available at www.oneidacountywi.gov. For more information or to receive a paper application, please call Jenni at .... Completed applications should be emailed to ... or mailed to Oneida County Labor Relations Employee Services, Courthouse, P.O. Box 400, Rhinelander, WI 54501.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Oneida County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Requirements:
-High school degree or equivalent
-Ability to operate heavy equipment and provide necessary maintenance.
-General grounds and building maintenance skills.
-Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records and reports.
-Must be self-motivated and be able to make good independent decisions.
-Previous experience preferred but not required.
-C.D.L. (Commercial Drivers License) is preferred by not required.

Job Criteria:
Start Date:
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
Years of Experience Required: 1
Education Required: High School
Overnight Travel: None
Vacation Time: 3 weeks / year

Job Benefits:
Health/Dental Benefits, Retirement Benefits, Paid Holidays, Vacations, and Sick Leave, Life and/or Disability Insurance, Flex Time, Casual Dress, Other Benefits

Company Profile:
Oneida County is located in beautiful north central Wisconsin, with Rhinelander being the county seat. Our county offers an abundance of recreational, social and economic opportunities, which makes it a great place for young families, retirees and everyone in between. Oneida County employs 350+ employees throughout our various departments, who serve the public and work to continually protect and improve the quality of life in Oneida County.

Contact Information: Contact Name: Jenni Lueneburg Company Type: Employer Company: Oneida County Phone: ... Street: 1 S. Oneida Avenue - Courthouse Fax: ... City: Rhinelander State: Wisconsin Zip: 54501 Web Site: