Landfill Equipment Operator Salaries in South Dakota

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How Much Does a Landfill Equipment Operator Make in South Dakota?

Updated May 28, 2024

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$70,673/yr

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Low $57,344

Average $70,673

High $79,605

The average salary for Landfill Equipment Operator is $70,673 per year in South Dakota.

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Company	average base salary in (usd)	range
City of Vermillion, SD Landfill Equipment Operator	$53,402/yr	$45,401 $61,403 RANGE: $45,401 - $61,403
R360 Environmental Solutions Canada Inc. Landfill operator	$51,274/yr	$43,600 $58,947 RANGE: $43,600 - $58,947
Knife River - South Dakota Division Equipment Operator	$53,261/yr	$45,711 $60,811 RANGE: $45,711 - $60,811
L. G. Everist, Inc. Equipment Operator	$53,261/yr	$45,711 $60,811 RANGE: $45,711 - $60,811
PKG Contracting Equipment Operator	$45,891/yr	$39,380 $52,402 RANGE: $39,380 - $52,402
Midland Contracting Inc Equipment Operator	$56,344/yr	$48,552 $64,136 RANGE: $48,552 - $64,136
Backhaus Excavation and Underground Equipment Operator	$50,914/yr	$43,863 $57,965 RANGE: $43,863 - $57,965
RMS Drainage & Excavation Equipment operator	$52,762/yr	$45,020 $60,503 RANGE: $45,020 - $60,503
RCS Construction, Inc. Equipment Operator	$71,255/yr	$61,200 $81,311 RANGE: $61,200 - $81,311
Earthworx LLC Equipment Operator	$49,650/yr	$42,631 $56,668 RANGE: $42,631 - $56,668

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Top 10 Highest Paying Cities For Landfill Equipment Operator Jobs in South Dakota

It is important to understand how location impacts your career prospects in the United States. There are some cities where a Landfill Equipment Operator can find a job easily with a greater salary paid then achieve a higher standard of living. Below is the top cities list for Landfill Equipment Operator job salaries in South Dakota. Some cities can pay higher salaries for Landfill Equipment Operator jobs, which can indicate that there is a large demand for Landfill Equipment Operator positions in this city.

The following table shows top 10 cities where the Landfill Equipment Operator salary is higher than other cities in South Dakota. Sioux Falls takes first place in this list, followed by Brookings, Watertown. The Landfill Equipment Operator salary is $71,381 in Sioux Falls, which is lower than the national average. There is 0 city's Landfill Equipment Operator salary higher than national average in South Dakota.

The average salary for a Landfill Equipment Operator in South Dakota is $70,673, but we found that the city with the highest salary for Landfill Equipment Operator jobs is Sioux Falls, SD, and it is higher than Brookings. Landfill Equipment Operator jobs in Sioux Falls can have the opportunity to earn higher salaries than in other cities in South Dakota.

CITY	ANNUAL SALARY	MONTHLY PAY	WEEKLY PAY	HOURLY WAGE
Sioux Falls	$71,381	$5,948	$1,373	$34
Brookings	$70,202	$5,850	$1,350	$34
Watertown	$70,202	$5,850	$1,350	$34
Rapid City	$69,966	$5,830	$1,345	$34
Deadwood	$68,787	$5,732	$1,323	$33
Pierre	$66,192	$5,516	$1,273	$32
Aberdeen	$65,013	$5,418	$1,250	$31

What Does a Landfill Equipment Operator Do?

Operates landfill equipment to include, but not limited to, grader, bulldozer, backhoe, gradeall (telescoping boom excavator), compactor, front end loader, lowboy, dump truck, boom tractor, roll off truck, and/or forklift.

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When you own a piece of equipment, you have the benefit of intelligence — meaning that over time, as you own it, you can track it through telemetrics and learn how to reduce job site costs, increase productivity and track operator behavior to ensure safety and optimum use.

Updated December 21, 2021

Are committed to making sure the operator tackles the problems at Walley’s Quarry Landfill, to improve things for everyone, as quickly as possible.

Updated December 18, 2021

As a Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO), you’ll operate heavy equipment, conduct equipment inspections and perform preventative equipment maintenance.

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Heavy Equipment All Brand Shop Manual, Service Manual, Operator Manual, Maintenance Manual, Part Catalog Manual.

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Frequently Asked Questions About a Landfill Equipment Operator Salaries

What is the average of a Landfill Equipment Operator in South Dakota?

The Landfill Equipment Operator salary range is from $57,344 to $79,605, and the average Landfill Equipment Operator salary is $70,673/year in South Dakota. The Landfill Equipment Operator's salary will change in different locations.

Which location pays the highest Landfill Equipment Operator salary in the United States?

The Landfill Equipment Operator salary in San Jose, CA is $98,660 which is the highest in the US.

What kinds of reasons will influence the Landfill Equipment Operator's salary?

Besides the location, employees' education degree, related skills, and work experience also will influence the salary. Try to improve your skills and experience to get a higher salary for the position of Landfill Equipment Operator.

What is the growth rate of the Landfill Equipment Operator's salary?

If you are thinking of becoming a Landfill Equipment Operator or planning the next step in your career, find the detailed salary report of a Landfill Equipment Operator.

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