Lead Landfill Operator

Republic Services

Full-time other-general
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Location
Pecos, TX, United States
Posted
June 23, 2026

Job Description

**POSITION SUMMARY:** The Lead Landfill Operator is responsible for the safe operation of machinery and equipment at a recycling facility, landfill or transfer station. This position is accountable for coordinating the daily activities of Heavy Equipment Operators or Stationary Equipment Operators, ensuring that all work and processes adhere to safety regulations, as well as federal and state requirements.

**PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:**

+ Inspects all required equipment at the start of shift, and at each start-up that occurs during the shift. Records all required data in a complete and accurate manner on daily inspection forms. Completes Equipment Condition Reports and reports any necessary repairs to supervisor and/or maintenance shop.
+ Safely and efficiently operates equipment that may include: forklift, scraper, motor grader, sweeper, baler, excavator, bulldozer, front-end loader and other recycling facility, landfill or transfer station equipment.
+ Cont...