EQUIPMENT OPERATOR III

About the role

This position is considered an essential worker and frontline responder during disaster recovery efforts and may require mandatory overtime on scheduled workdays, weekends, holidays, and in response to disaster recovery efforts.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Prentice loader hydraulic gripper assembly and truck, two-way radio, and safety equipment (e.g., fire extinguishers, road reflectors, personal safety equipment).
• Transport refuse materials to and from specified destinations, including landfills, neighborhood depository sites, transfer stations, and resource recovery facilities.
• Perform pre/post-trip maintenance and related vehicle checks, such as fluid levels, air pressures, and washing vehicles.
• Complete and submit records on check-in time, number and tonnage of loads, amount of fuel used, and odometer readings.
• Prepare a daily report of operations.

Working Conditions

• Requires stooping, bending, and/or lifting items up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces.
• Routine exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture, and air pollution.
• Periodic exposure to chemical substances and minor physical trauma such as cuts, bruises, and minor burns.
• Requires the ability to make fairly complex coordinated and sequenced motor movements in response to quickly changing external stimuli.

Minimum Requirements

Educational Requirements

Basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and simple mathematical functions like percentages and ratios, as might normally be acquired through the attainment of a high school diploma or GED.

Experience Requirements

Two (2) years of experience in the operation of plant and automotive equipment are required.

License Requirements

Must have a valid CDL License Class A that complies with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2).

Preferences

• Preference will be given to candidates with Class A CDL.
• Candidates with experience operating the following equipment are a plus: Rear Steer Loader Truck, Overhead Crane, Backhoe, Rear Actor, Cherry Picker, Back Actor, and/or a Tractor Trailer.
• Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

Safety Impact Position

This position is subject to random drug testing and, if a promotional position, the candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Salary Information

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. Pay Grade: 13