Equipment Operator III
About The Position
Operates one or more types of heavy equipment at a skilled level, including track hoes, loaders, dozers, off-road dump trucks, graders, and roll-off trucks, as well as light equipment such as mowing equipment, farm tractors, hydro seeders, and flatbed trucks. The role is based at a landfill and may include equipment operation, waste transport, grounds maintenance, basic equipment maintenance, and assistance with labor tasks or staff training. Regular and predictable attendance is required. This safety-sensitive position is subject to random drug testing. The position requires the ability to read and write, four years of combined Equipment Operator I or II experience, and a valid Class A or B driver’s license with a satisfactory motor vehicle record. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may qualify. Work requires knowledge of county geography, preventive maintenance, traffic rules, and safe heavy-equipment operation, as well as the ability to perform strenuous work, communicate effectively, and lift objects up to 50 pounds. The physical requirements include prolonged sitting or standing, walking, repetitive use of the hands and limbs, operating equipment, and maintaining stamina. Work may also involve bending, twisting, climbing ladders or stairs, grasping tools, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, pushing or pulling, and moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. Irregular hours, including nights and/or weekends, may be required. Work may be performed with others or alone.
Requirements
- Ability to read and write.
- Four years of combined Equipment Operator I or II experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the stated minimum qualifications.
- Valid Class A or B driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR).
- Knowledge of the County’s geography, including major streets and landmarks.
- Knowledge of preventive maintenance procedures.
- Knowledge of traffic rules and regulations and safe operation of heavy equipment.
- Expert knowledge of and skill in operating various types of heavy equipment.
- Ability to take and follow directions from a supervisor.
- Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
- Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
- Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to meet the position’s physical, sensory, and work-attendance requirements.
- Subject to random drug testing due to the safety-sensitive nature of the position.
Responsibilities
- Operate bulldozers, track hoes, and front-end loaders to cover trash.
- Operate roll-off trucks to transport solid waste.
- Maintain safety through proper training and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Operate mowing machines, including bush hogs and riding and push mowers, to cut grass; cut down dead trees; clear storm drains; edge sidewalks; plant shrubs; and collect litter and trash.
- Perform basic equipment maintenance, including washing, changing oil, greasing, sharpening blades, and changing flat tires.
- Assist with unskilled or semi-skilled labor, such as digging or covering trash, collecting trash and residential garbage, and trimming trees and shrubs.
- Operate a pickup truck when assigned to litter control.
- May assist with training new employees and assigning, checking, and approving the work of Laborers and other Equipment Operators.
- Perform other relevant work as assigned.
- Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
