Roll-Off Services - Equipment Operator I,II - Solid Waste

About the role

Under the general supervision of the Supervisor (I/II) – Solid Waste, performs skilled work in the operation of solid waste collection equipment and vehicles. Safely operates solid waste collection trucks and related equipment on assigned residential, commercial, or special collection routes. Ensures the efficient and timely collection, transport, and disposal of solid waste materials in accordance with established procedures and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate trash collection or recycling vehicles, and other Solid Waste Service vehicles and equipment.
• Pick up trash, brush, litter, bulky items, and recycling materials.
• Read street maps and route sheets to locate route destinations.
• Perform basic vehicle inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Check, service, and clean equipment.
• Maintain vehicle records.
• Safe completion of the route; and follow all Division safety rules.
• Report and complete paperwork for unsafe working conditions, accidents, and injuries to the supervisor.
• Dump collected trash or recyclables at designated dump sites/landfills.

Requirements

• Valid Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is required.
• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Previous experience in the safe operation of large commercial equipment is preferred for Equipment Operator I.
• Thirty (30) days of experience with the operation and servicing of City of Abilene Solid Waste equipment and service router or prior equivalent experience is required for Equipment Operator II.
• Completed training on assigned equipment as verified by the assigned training on a Training Completion form is required for Equipment Operator II.
• Completion of Solid Waste Equipment Training is required for Equipment Operator II.

Skills

• Operating characteristics and servicing of one or more types of solid waste handling equipment.
• Work hazards and applicable safety precautions associated with assigned equipment and division operations.
• Applicable traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations involved in the operation of assigned equipment.
• Safe driving principles and practices.
• Ability to operate and care for a variety of tools, machinery, and equipment used in work assigned.
• Ability to safely operate motor vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to perform minor equipment maintenance repairs.
• Ability to make minor operating adjustments and recognize operating deficiencies in assigned equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Physical Demands

Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment: Medium – lifting no more than 50 pounds; carrying up to 25 pounds. Physical Demand Codes:

• Standing: Almost Never
• Sitting: Extensive
• Walking: Moderate
• Lifting: Moderate
• Carrying: Moderate
• Pushing/Pulling: Moderate
• Overhead Work: Moderate
• Fine Dexterity: Almost Never
• Kneeling: Extensive
• Crouching: Extensive
• Crawling: Infrequent
• Bending: Extensive
• Twisting: Extensive
• Climbing: Extensive
• Balancing: Extensive
• Vision: Extensive
• Hearing: Extensive
• Talking: Extensive