Avenal Landfill, a Waste Connections company, has an immediate position available for a **Heavy Equipment Operator** at our operation in Avenal, CA! The schedule will be Monday-Friday 7am-4pm, plus ability to work every other Saturday 7am-12pm as needed (overtime hours) The starting pay range is **$20-24/hour** depending on experience. The pay range for this job category is $19-26/hour. We also offer great family benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid vacation etc. **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:** · Operating Dozer, Excavator, Loader · Pushing up piles of waste and debris, moving soil · Responsible for equipment inspection · Assisting customers and employees as needed **MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:** · ​2+ years of heavy equipment operating · Ability to be self directed as well as work in a team environment · Ability to work in all weather conditions · Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screen **To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at** **www.wasteconnections.com** **.** Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest. We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future". Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.