Equipment Operator II (Refuse Disposal)

City of Kingsport • Kingsport, TN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the operation of various equipment in multiple divisions throughout the City of Kingsport.

Requirements

• Demonstrates proficiency in operating designated equipment.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and appropriate safety precautions for operating equipment.
• Knowledge/skill of the principles, practices, methods, and materials used for assigned work.
• Ability to follow routes/instructions and make independent judgments.
• Skill in performing vigorous manual labor under adverse weather conditions.
• Skill in communicating tactfully and courteously with the public.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, other City staff, and the public.
• High school graduate or high school equivalent.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) at a level appropriate to the area assigned, including endorsements (must maintain throughout employment).

Nice To Haves

• Experience equivalent to one year full-time work in operating the designated or similar equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates a variety of equipment, such as: pump truck, bucket truck, asphalt distributor truck, asphalt paving machine, backhoe, track excavator, wheel/track loader, bulldozer, road grader, etc.
• Performs a variety of manual labor tasks.
• Ensures all tasks are completed in a safe and efficient manner.
• Operates hand tools appropriate to the assigned areas.
• Performs appropriate inspections and keeps equipment and vehicles clean and in safe working order.
• Performs minor maintenance/repairs, reports major repairs.
• Checks and maintains fluid levels.
• Occasionally fills in for the Crew Leader when needed.
• Assist in training and mentoring other employees on safe and efficient equipment operation techniques.
• Keeps appropriate records of tasks performed.
• Performs other duties when not operating equipment.
• Attend training as needed to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements, as well as achieve/maintain required certifications.
• Assist in emergency operations as needed.
• Additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED