Solid Waste Equipment Operator (Open Untill Filled)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Performs responsible work in the operation of one or more types of motorized heavy equipment. Operates a specially designed, one person refuse collection truck with a compaction unit that may service as many as 1,000 homes per day; a specially designed boom mounted truck used in the collection of bulk or brush material; and a conventional refuse collection truck, a dump truck used in the delivery of trailers. Performs the duties of a Refuse Collector when required. Services and makes minor repairs to equipment and performs various manual tasks when not operating equipment. Performs other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Operates an automated refuse collection unit, rearloader, knuckleboom and dump truck as required. Responsible for safety of refuse collector if driving rear loading vehicle.

• Cleans, fuels and maintains fluid levels of assigned vehicles or equipment.

• Services and makes minor repairs to equipment.

• Inspects assigned equipment twice daily (pre and post trip inspections) for signs of failure or potential failure and informs supervisor when needed repairs are such that cannot be done by the driver. Maintains written logs of two inspections.

• Reports containers needing service on refuse collection routes.

• Performs a variety of manual tasks, including duties of a Refuse Collector, when not operating motor equipment.

REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES

Education