Operator II

** ** Operator II Solid Waste ** ** Oneida County is now hiring a Solid Waste Operator II position with the Solid Waste Department. 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. Excellent training provided. ** ** EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Required: - High school degree or equivalent, with courses in English, Math and Industrial Sciences. - Must have at one of the following: - At least 2 years work experience in equipment operation, working in a solid waste site or recycling center or closely related work experience - At least one year work experience in equipment operation, working in a solid waste site or recycling center or closely related work experience with Class B CDL (Commercial Driver's License) Additional skills required/desired: - Knowledge of and the ability to operate heavy equipment and provide necessary maintenance. - Ability to maintain accurate and complete records and to prepare reports. - General building maintenance and repair abilities. - Knowledge of and willingness to follow all safety rules and procedures. - Ability to evaluate situations and make good independent decisions based on County policy, practices, rules, and/or procedures. **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 2026 wage of $25.79 to $27.27 based on skills and experience. Position offers excellent benefit package which includes 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 hours 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 715-369-6299. Completed applications should be emailed to or mailed to Oneida County Labor Relations Employee Services, Courthouse, P.O. Box 400, Rhinelander, WI 54501. Deadline to apply is Thursday, November 19, 2026 at 9:00 AM. Oneida County is an Equal Opportunity Employer