Light Equipment Operator - Bulk Solid Waste

Posted October 1, 2024. Open until filled.

About the Role

The City of Corsicana is seeking a qualified individual to join our Public Works team as a Bulk Solid Waste Equipment Operator. This role involves the safe and efficient operation of light equipment such as skid steers, mowers, and trucks to remove brush, debris, and trash, while providing general support to the Bulk Solid Waste crew.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bulk solid waste operations including:
  • Trimming and removing trees
  • Lifting and hauling brush and debris
  • Mowing, weeding, and clearing drainage areas
  • Cleaning and maintaining drainage ditches, channels, inlets, and gutters
• Operate equipment and tools including: mowers, weed-eaters, chainsaws, shovels, skid loaders, tractors, trucks, and trailers
• Perform minor equipment maintenance and field repairs
• Support general construction and maintenance activities
• Mow city-owned properties and rights-of-way
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Bulk Solid Waste Division Manager

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience operating equipment or related work
• Equivalent combinations of education and municipal work experience may be considered

Qualifications

• Knowledge of materials, equipment, and best practices in solid waste and maintenance operations
• Ability to safely operate and maintain light equipment and hand tools
• Physical ability to lift up to 100 lbs., bend, climb, and work in trenches and ditches
• Familiarity with and ability to follow safe work practices
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively with city staff, the public, and contractors

Working Conditions

• Work is primarily outdoors, with exposure to:
  • Extreme weather
  • Noise, dust, fumes, and physical hazards
  • Work in confined spaces, trenches, ditches, and wet or muddy environments
• Must be able to climb onto equipment and work on uneven terrain
• Availability for after-hours work including evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency callouts

Employment Requirements

• Maintain a 100% drug- and alcohol-free workplace
• Pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
• Be subject to random drug and alcohol testing throughout employment
• Have and maintain a valid, clean driving record
• Demonstrate regular attendance and punctuality
• Successfully complete a one-year probationary period
• Pass a criminal history check, thorough background investigation, and drug screening to be considered for employment

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic life insurance equal to 1X the employee’s annual base salary up to $100,000 and Supplemental Death Benefit equal to 1X the annual base salary, reduced to $7,500 after retirement through the retirement system (TMRS)
• Optional additional insurance policies
• Retirement through Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 7% employee contribution and a 2:1 City match
• Optional tax deferred supplemental 457B plan
• Sick leave accrual at a rate of one workday for each month employed
• Vacation leave accrual at rates dependent upon years of service
• One day each fiscal year for personal leave
• The City observes 13 paid holidays
• Longevity pay equal to $6.00/month times length of service with the City of Corsicana
• Wellness pay
• Bereavement Leave

Pay

$22.984/hr.