NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Equipment Operator - Solid Waste
Coeur d'Alene, ID
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$20.43/hr - $22.27/hr
4+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a skilled Equipment Operator for Kootenai County's Solid Waste department. The role involves operating heavy equipment, managing waste movement, and ensuring safety and compliance at disposal facilities.
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Responsibilities
Operate a wide range of heavy wheeled and tracked equipment, including loaders, excavators, dump trucks, semi-trucks and trailers, forklifts, water trucks, and more
Manage traffic flow and waste movement at transfer stations and landfill sites
Inspect, service, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment
Identify equipment issues and assist mechanics with repairs
Perform physical labor such as site maintenance, snow removal, fencing, erosion control, and litter pickup
Conduct waste screening and handle hazardous or unacceptable materials properly
Educate customers on facility rules and acceptable disposal methods
Respond to on-site incidents, spills, or emergencies when needed
Support and mentor other staff and assist with crew leadership when required
Qualification
Required
Strong ability to safely operate heavy equipment in all weather and site conditions
Solid understanding of safety procedures, traffic rules, and hazardous materials
Good communication skills and the ability to work with the public professionally
Reliability, strong follow-through, and good time management
Willingness to work weekends, holidays, overtime, and rotating on-call shift
High school diploma or GED
4+ years of related experience and/or training (or an equivalent combination of education)
Must possess or obtain within 6 months of hire: Class A CDL with tanker endorsement
Must possess or obtain within 6 months of hire: Forklift, scale house, waste screening, and traffic flagging certifications
Must possess or obtain within 1 year of hire: First Aid & CPR
Must possess or obtain within 1 year of hire: Hazardous Waste Operations certification
Must possess or obtain within 1 year of hire: CFC removal certification
Benefits
Enjoy an exceptional benefits package, including health care for eligible employees and their dependents through our free medical clinic, offering primary care, medications, lab services, and more.
Earn up to 8 hours of vacation each month, with increases based on your years of service. We believe in giving you time to relax and recharge!
Benefit from a strong retirement plan through the Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI), so you can feel confident about your future.
Opportunities for advancement and eligibility for public student loan forgiveness.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
The Carlyle Group,Warburg PincusWarburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
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CEO
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