Equipment Operator, Lead (Second Shift) - Solid Waste

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR, LEAD (SECOND SHIFT) - SOLID WASTE

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$39,024.00 - 48,780.00

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 8/2/2024

JOB SUMMARY

This position operates heavy equipment in the operation, maintenance and/or construction of City facilities, grounds and infrastructure; maintains assigned equipment; and performs other work as required. The class works within a general outline of work to be performed, and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Operates heavy equipment to excavate and compact earth, load / unload materials, move / haul materials, maintain City properties, cut down trees, install pipe, construct roads, and perform other general or specialized functions of various City departments;

• Operates dump trucks and other trucks, motor graders, bull dozers, bob cats, front-end loaders, skid steers, bush hogs, back hoes, compactors, trailers, tractors, low boys, trenchers, etc.;

• Loads / unloads materials onto vehicles;

• Uses hand and power tools in various manual tasks as required;

• Inspects equipment to ensure proper and safe working condition; reports defects or required maintenance to the supervisor;

• Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of assigned tools and equipment;

• Uses welding and cutting torches as needed in equipment maintenance;

• Performs all duties in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and standards of quality and safety;

• Provides leadership to or assists co-workers with various duties as required;

• Maintains accurate and complete work records as required; and

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• High school diploma or GED;

• Three (3) years of relevant prior experience;

• Valid South Carolina Class "A" Driver's License;

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work is considered heavy in nature and involves constantly lifting, pushing or raising objects, exerting between 50 and 75 pounds of force on a recurring basis and over 100 pounds of force on a frequent basis.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work environment may involve exposure to bright/dim light, dusts and pollen, extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, vibration, fumes and/or noxious odors, traffic, moving machinery, electrical shock, heights, and toxic/caustic chemicals; and involves heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm to co-workers or others.