Equipment Operator I

Colorado State University • Fort Collins, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Integrated Solid Waste Section (ISW) exists to provide a clean campus on which to study, work and live. We remove solid waste from campus according to the ISW plan which maximizes the reuse of campus waste through recycling and composting with landfilling as a last resort. More information can be found at: https://www.fm.colostate.edu/ This position exists to assist in the collection, delivery, and processing of compostable material. It is a support role at the CSU Compost Site. The regular work schedule for this position is 5:00 am to 1:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Overtime is occasionally required.

Requirements

• Possession of a current valid driver’s license.
• Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
• Pre-employment Physical - Exert up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects
• Will be required to obtain Colorado Commercial Driver's License within 6 months of employment
• Use, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materials - Hazardous Waste is found in and near the dumpsters and Universal Waste is handled through the recycling program
• Essential Services Designation - Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfare
• Shift work

Nice To Haves

• Experience driving in high traffic areas
• Exposure to working in outdoor conditions throughout the year.
• Directly related state service experience

Responsibilities

• Collect compostable materials from campus and deliver to composting site for in-vessel and windrow operations.
• Assist in Maintaining in-vessel composter, Bagging equipment and Compost Screener.
• Report any repair problems to the ISW Manger.
• Maintain composting area and finished product composting storage area.
• In performing this function, the employee operates and perform minor maintenance on an 11050 GVW Cube Van and ¾ ton pick-up truck.
• Maintain compost site and compost bins as needed.
• Cleaning lids, around in-vessel composter, and windrow piles.
• Making arrangements for the bins to be thoroughly washed due to odors and appearance.
• Clean and maintain compost collection sites.
• Routine operator maintenance of solid waste vehicles, such as checking fluids, checking and adjusting tire pressures, washing trucks, etc.

Benefits

• Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service.
• With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
• Review our detailed benefits information here.
• Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here.
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed