Temporary Operator/Mechanic Solid Waste

Description :

TEMPORARY SOLID WASTE OPERATOR/MECHANIC

Okanogan County Department of Public Works is accepting applications for a temporary Solid Waste Operator/Mechanic  at the Okanogan County Central Landfill.  Wage for the Operator/Mechanic is $22.52-$24.06 per hour with sick leave accrual and retirement contributions.  Position will last approximately 6 months. 
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The Solid Waste Operator/Mechanic has the primary function and responsibility to operate both heavy and light equipment at the Central Landfill.  Additionally, this employee will perform maintenance and service work on heavy and light equipment. 

Required Qualifications Operator/Mechanic

  • 18 years of age minimum. 
  • High School Diploma or GED certificate or equivalent.
  • Possession of a valid Washington State Driver’s License
  • Class A CDL endorsement with Air Brakes
  • Current updated health card
  • Current First Aid Card with CPR
  • Ability to operate doubles with roll-off system
  • Experience in the operation and maintenance of light and heavy equipment and single and tandem axle trucks.

To Apply:   Submit a completed Okanogan County Application and Supplemental Questionnaire to Okanogan County Human Resources 123 5th Ave N. Room 150, Okanogan, WA 98840.  An employment application and Supplemental Questionnaire may be picked up at the Public Works office at 1234-A 2nd Avenue South, Okanogan, WA 98840. Application deadline is March 31, 2023.  For questions please contact Human Resources 509-422-7169.  

Contact : Vicky Poole HR Analyst
509-422-7169
vpoole@co.okanogan.wa.us

Deadline for Applying : Open until filled