Heavy Equipment Operator III - Solid Waste

Summary

Operates and services the heavier types of construction equipment such as Compactor, Dozer, Excavator, Motor Grader, Tub Grinder, Loaders, Scrapers, Articulated Dump Trucks, Roll-Off Trucks, and other equipment as needed. This position assists in the daily operations of the City Landfill.

Essential Functions

• Operate Compactor, Dozer, Excavator, Motor Grader, Tub Grinder, Loaders, Scrapers, Articulated Dump Trucks, Roll-Off Trucks, and other equipment as needed.

• Maintain and service equipment and trucks;

• Operate mechanical attachments and equipment on vehicles;

• Operate pickups and other light equipment when assigned;

• Perform related duties as directed.

Qualifications

Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional three to five years experience in the operation of motorized construction equipment, 2 year of progressive experience on any of the required equipment listed on this job description; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:

Solid Waste Disposal:

Commercial Driver License (CDL)

TCEQ MSW Screening Certification within one year of hire

Prefer TCEQ MSW A Operator License

Prefer HAZWOPER

Solid Waste:

Texas Commercial Class B or Class A Driver's License

Physical Exam Required

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Operation and maintenance of heavy motorized equipment typically used in operations of a Landfill
• TCEQ MSW Rules, Site Operating Plan and TCEQ MSW Permit

Ability to:

• Operate heavy equipment skillfully andsafely in the operations of a Landfill;

• Perform maintenance and service work on trucks and heavy equipment;

• Make field repairs;

• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds;

• Occasionally lift and carry up to 75 pounds;

• Walk and stand during a shift;

• Climb ladders, scaffolding, stairs, poles and inclined surfaces;

• Continuously push and pull objects;

• Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;

• Frequently rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing;

• Reach above, at or below shoulder height;

• Coordinate eye, hand and foot movement in order to operate motorized vehicles and machinery.