Equipment Operator- $23.26 - $25.68 / Hour

Equipment Operator – Refuse / Landfill (CDL Required) City of Columbia, Missouri Full-Time | $23.26 – $25.68 per hour + Excellent Benefits | Utilities Department

Posting Number: 4178P Department: Utilities Division: Refuse Job Code: 02303 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Union Affiliation: Local 955 Pay Grade: 107 Openings: 3–4 Positions Available Application Deadline: Open Until Filled (Preferred Apply By May 9, 2026)

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with occasional Saturdays (8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.)

Build a Career That Keeps Columbia Running

The City of Columbia Utilities Department is hiring Equipment Operators to support essential refuse and landfill operations that keep our community clean, safe, and moving forward.

This is more than just a job — it’s a stable, full-time career with competitive pay, strong benefits, and the opportunity to work with a skilled team that takes pride in doing important work every day.

If you have experience operating heavy equipment and want a dependable career with room to grow, we want to hear from you.

Why Join the City of Columbia?

Competitive hourly pay from $23.26 up to $25.68 based on experience Strong, comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, and paid time off Stable, full-time municipal employment with long-term career growth Union position with Local 955 Consistent weekday schedule with opportunities for overtime Work that directly impacts the health, cleanliness, and quality of life in your community

What You’ll Do:

Operate a wide variety of heavy equipment and commercial vehicles Load, haul, and manage materials and supplies efficiently Use hand and power tools to complete assigned work Perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on equipment Maintain inventory and ensure vehicles and tools are ready for daily operations Follow established procedures to complete skilled labor tasks Document completed work accurately Provide excellent internal and external customer service Support other departments as needed

What You Bring:

High school diploma or equivalent 1 to 3 years of experience in construction, utilities, or heavy equipment operation Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Ability to obtain required CDL endorsements within 6 months of hire Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certification

Strong work ethic and reliability Ability to work independently and as part of a team Commitment to safety and attention to detail Ability to follow directions and solve problems effectively

Additional Requirements:

Must establish and maintain a residence within 50 miles of Columbia within 90 days of hire Must be available for occasional on-call or weekend work as needed

Apply Today

This position is open until filled, with a preferred application deadline of May 9, 2026. Early applications are encouraged.

Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call ... or TTY 711 (Missouri Relay).

The City of Columbia is a merit-based, affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program. Pre-employment drug testing is required.