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WTE, MRF, landfill & support operations

Assistant Plant Manager

$48.071–$52.582 per hour (listed rate); salaried, exempt

Schedule: Primarily afternoon, night, and overnight operations, Sunday night through Friday morning. Additional hours as needed.

Help lead facility operations, maintenance, safety, and regulatory compliance, with direct oversight during evening and overnight shifts.

Qualifications at a glance: High school diploma or equivalent; four years of progressively responsible industrial facility, maintenance, or power plant experience; at least four years of supervisory or management experience; valid Minnesota driver’s license; and possession of or ability to obtain a Type II Landfill Operator’s Certificate. See the full description for preferred credentials and all requirements.

Full Assistant Plant Manager job description (PDF, 3 pages)

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Waste-to-Energy Facility

Plant Operator

$25.470–$30.03 per hour; nonexempt

Schedule: 12-hour shifts rotating monthly: 6 a.m.–6 p.m. days and 6 p.m.–6 a.m. nights.

Assist with Waste-to-Energy Facility operations and repairs, operate refuse cranes, support boiler operations, and maintain operating records.

Qualifications at a glance: Ability to read and record data, follow written and verbal procedures, use computers, and obtain a Special Engineering license. See the full description for skills and physical requirements.

Full Plant Operator job description (PDF, 2 pages)

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Administration

Scale Operator

$20.260–$25.619 per hour; nonexempt

Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m.; Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Additional overtime and occasional schedule changes as needed.

Operate the industrial scale and data systems, weigh vehicles, screen incoming materials, direct customers and haulers, and maintain records.

Qualifications at a glance: High school diploma or equivalent; valid driver’s license; ability to read and record data and follow procedures; and basic computer skills, including Outlook, Word, and Excel. See the full description for all requirements.

Full Scale Operator job description (PDF, 2 pages)

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Material Recycling Facility

Sort Line Attendant

$20.882–$21.884 per hour; nonexempt. Night shift: an additional $1.75 per hour.

Schedule: Day shift: 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Monday–Friday. Night shift: 11 p.m.–8:30 a.m., Sunday night through Friday morning. Additional overtime as needed.

Sort recyclable and non-processable materials, remove contaminants, help operate baling equipment, and keep the facility and processing equipment clean.

Qualifications at a glance: Ability to identify materials, use basic hand tools, and communicate with coworkers and supervisors. This is physically demanding work; review the full description for physical and respirator requirements.

Full Sort Line Attendant job description (PDF, 2 pages)

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MRF / Maintenance

Equipment Operator / System Cleaner

$21.884–$23.680 per hour, plus $0.75 PM shift differential; nonexempt

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 3–11 p.m. Additional overtime, maintenance support, or Saturday/weekend work may be required.

Operate balers and heavy equipment, clean MRF processing systems, and assist maintenance staff with repairs and routine mechanical work.

Qualifications at a glance: Equipment operation experience, a valid driver’s license, and ability to read site maps, load manifests, and safety procedures. High school diploma/GED and industrial or recycling experience preferred. See the full description for all requirements.

This position is posted until filled.

Full Equipment Operator / System Cleaner job description (PDF, 3 pages)

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