Equipment Operator II

Prince George's County Government • Upper Marlboro, MD

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Incumbent of this position operates light and heavy refuse collection vehicles including 29-cubic yard packer trash trucks, roll-off vehicles and open body collection vehicles and is responsible for daily supervision and operational direction of Laborer(s) I/II assigned to the vehicle. Work is performed under general supervision of the Crew Supervisor II and is periodically inspected for efficiency of operation, supervision of the assigned work crew and adherence to good safety practices and procedures. This position is designated “essential” in accordance with DoE Instruction 110.4.

Requirements

• One (1) year as an Equipment Operator I with Prince George's County Government.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Two (2) years of experience operating light to heavy power equipment.
• A valid Class A, Class B, or equivalent commercial driver's license (CDL) with mandatory endorsements is required upon appointment in order to perform job-related duties and responsibilities.
• Successfully complete equipment/vehicle performance testing for equipment/vehicles associated with this class of work.
• Department of Transportation (DOT) medical exam.
• Must be willing to respond to emergency service calls on a 24-hour basis.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.
• Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Operates all light to heavy refuse collection equipment, as assigned by crew supervisor, to support daily and long-term refuse collection activities.
• Complies with all local and State motor vehicle laws and Departmental regulations pertaining to operation of vehicles and equipment and red light, speeding and accident State/County violations.
• Maintains a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake endorsement.
• Adheres to All Agency & County anti-scavenging policies.
• Maintains Daily Pre-Post Trip Inspection Book for assigned vehicles as required by Federal Law 49 CFR 396.11 & 396.13.
• Documents pickups by using Cell Phone to email pictures to keep supervisor informed of any issues or problems and leaving doorhangers for residents documenting issues with pickups.
• Responsible for documentation and safe operations of the assigned Laborer I/II in the collection and disposal of residential bulky solid waste.
• Performs daily pre-trip/post-trip inspections and manufacturer's daily maintenance checklist procedures including, but not limited to grease, tire air pressure, engine fluid, hydraulic fluid levels and fuel quantity.
• Adjusts fluid levels to meet operational standards.
• Cleans assigned vehicle daily.
• Participates in the training of subordinate equipment operators and laborers as required.
• Willingly and cooperatively performs tasks and duties, which may not be specifically listed in the position description but are within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's class of work.

Benefits

• Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services.

What This Job Offers

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