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Eagle County - Wolcott, CO
posted 2 days ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Wolcott, CO
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
About the position
The Equipment Operator I performs inspections and maintenance of the baler, wire tie system, optical sorter and compressor equipment and cleaning, inspecting and maintenance of conveyor belt lines, and performs duties associated with the day-to-day operations of the Material Recovery Facility (MRF).
Responsibilities
- Operates a small rubber tire loader, forklift, and multi-use hook truck.
- Demonstrates continuous efforts to improve knowledge, skills, and abilities regarding MRF equipment operation.
- Ensures compliance with departmental policies, procedures, and safety practices.
- Cleans, services and makes minor repairs to assigned equipment including complete walk-around inspection checking for leaks, broken parts, and correct fluid levels; reports equipment problems to supervisor.
- Occasionally operates heavy equipment associated with landfill operations.
- Works in hot and cold environments.
- Operates a snow plow truck to maintain the county road leading up to the facility.
- Performs manual labor associated with daily operations of a recycle processing facility.
- Required to respond to calls during off-hours if contacted by the County.
- Observes safety and security procedures, uses equipment and materials safely and reports potentially unsafe conditions.
- Serves the community by demonstrating Eagle County Government mission and core values and following relevant policies and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- One (1) year experience operating light construction equipment or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Valid Class B Colorado Commercial Driver's License or ability to obtain within one (1) year of employment.
- Requires a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
- May be required to obtain additional certifications depending on area of assignment.
Nice-to-haves
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance (as low as $85/month for employee only)
- Wellness program where you can earn cash or extra days off
- 15 paid holidays
- Paid time off (starting at 12 days) and additional medical leave
- Paid volunteer hours
- 8% (dollar for dollar match) retirement plan
- Free classes at Colorado Mountain College
- Eagle County University classes (internal trainings)
- Tuition reimbursement programs
- Bilingual Pay Incentive
- Free bus pass and more
