Heavy Equipment Operator - Landfill

Description

Reports to: Landfill Foreman

Essential Job Functions:

• Operates all applicable heavy equipment to including, but not limited to, landfill compactors, bulldozer, motor graders, hydraulic excavators, backhoes, loaders, etc.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment
• May be required to work extended hours and Saturdays

Additional Duties:

• Any other duty as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

• Knowledge of mechanical operation of heavy equipment, proper care and knowledge of skillfully and safely using the equipment.
• Ability to keep written records.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possession of a Commercial Driver’s License or ability to obtain within three (3) months
• Two (2) years heavy equipment operator experience

Acceptable Equivalency:

• Any combination of experience, education and skills necessary for the performance of duties

Conditions Of Employment

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Possession of Valid Driver’s License Satisfactory Driving Record
• Proof of Citizenship and /or eligibility to work in the U.S. legally
• Physical Examination Drug Screen
• Background investigation

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 pounds;
• Push, pull and/or drag up to 150 pounds of equipment and /or materials;
• Climbs, crawls, kneels, squats, stoops, stands, sits, and bends when driving or maintaining equipment;
• Hear and see clearly when working around equipment or in traffic.
• Works outdoors in extreme temperatures and inclement weather with some exposure to dust, fumes, noise, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards while using proper safety precautions.

Benefits

The City of Kingsville offers AWESOME BENEFITS for Full-Time Employees…

• Health Insurance - In-Network – 80% co-insurance after deductible, variable plans.
• Full-time Employee Classifications Receive The Following Benefits And Options
• Longevity - $ 5 monthly per completed year of service
• Vacation - 120 hrs. annually
• Sick Leave - 80 hrs. annually & Sick Leave Pool available after 1 year
• Flex Leave - 8 hrs. annually plus 4 hours added on birthday month
• Holidays - 16 days annually = 128 hours of paid leave!
• Retirement - TMRS City Matching 2;1 and TMRS Prior Service Credit
• Life Insurance = 1 year salary to maximum of 50K
• Deferred Compensation - Nationwide and Mission Square Voluntary Insurances with AFLAC, Ameritas and Dearborn National

To learn more details, please visit our benefit page.