Heavy Equipment Operator – Butler County Landfill (Waste Connections)

📍 David City, Nebraska
💵 Pay Range: $20 – $24/hour + $2,500 Stay on Bonus!
🕒 Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Why Join Us?

At Butler County Landfill, a proud member of the Waste Connections family, we do more than manage waste - we build communities. With operations across the U.S. and Canada, we’re known for our strong culture, where empowered employees are trusted to make a meaningful impact every day.

We believe in hiring people who care - about safety, service, and their future. If you're a skilled equipment operator who values teamwork and wants to grow in a supportive environment, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do:

As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you’ll be a key part of our operations team, responsible for:

• Operating a variety of heavy equipment including bulldozers, wheel loaders, motor graders, scrapers, and compactors.
• Conducting routine inspections and basic maintenance to ensure equipment safety and performance.
• Promoting a culture of safety and environmental responsibility.
• Collaborating with customers and team members to resolve service issues in a safe and sustainable way.

What We’re Looking For:

• 2+ years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Solid understanding of equipment operation and maintenance.
• Ability to read, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• A proactive, safety-first mindset and strong communication skills.

What You’ll Get:

• 💰 Competitive Pay – $20 to $24/hour + $2,500 Stay on Bonus!
• 🏦 401(K) with Company Match - Invest in your future with our support.
• 🏥 Comprehensive Healthcare - Medical, Dental, Vision.
• 🎁 Extra Perks - Mental Health Support, Emergency Travel Assistance, Prepaid Legal Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Relief Fund, and Scholarships for your kids.
• 🛡️ Insurance Coverage - Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Waste Connections is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to disability or protected veteran status.