Equipment Operator/Maintenance Worker - Solid Waste Collections

City of Billings•Billings, MT

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs semi-skilled and skilled maintenance and equipment operation duties involving the maintenance and construction of public works, parks, or public utilities facilities, structures, and systems. The role includes duties in solid waste collection and disposal, equipment upkeep, landfill operations, and general labor. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The Maintenance Worker performs many of the same maintenance duties as the Equipment Operator/Maintenance Worker, but operates less equipment, works at a lower skill level, and usually exercises less independent judgment. This worker is generally supervised and follows established work procedures. The Equipment Operator/Maintenance Worker performs the full range of assigned duties, operates a range of small and medium heavy equipment, and works independently, using judgment and initiative. Occasional instruction or assistance may be provided for new or unusual situations. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The salary range is $21.8623–$29.2953 per hour for Maintenance Worker and $25.6353–$34.3511 per hour for Equipment Operator. These amounts represent Steps 1 and 7 of a seven-step pay scale; starting pay depends on the applicant's education, experience, and training. A resume is required with the application.

Requirements

Maintenance Worker: Two years of related work experience performing field maintenance and equipment operation duties.
Maintenance Worker: Possess a State of Montana Class B Type 2 commercial driver's license with no air brake restriction, or obtain one within 90 days of employment.
Equipment Operator/Maintenance Worker: Three years of related work experience performing field maintenance and equipment operation duties.
Equipment Operator/Maintenance Worker: Possess a State of Montana Class B Type 2 commercial driver's license with no air brake restriction.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Knowledge of solid waste collection vehicle operation and landfill activities.

Responsibilities

Perform minor equipment repairs and maintenance, including checking tires, oil, lubricants, water levels, lights, and fuel; washing, lubricating, and adjusting equipment; and changing tires.
Maintain shop and storage areas and keep work areas and tools clean.
Maintain records and complete activity records and reports.
Use a variety of hand and power tools.
Perform heavy manual labor.
Load and haul equipment.
Serve as a lead worker when assigned under the current City contract.
Perform duties involved in solid waste collection and disposal.
Load and operate sanitation trucks and remove debris and trash from streets and alleys.
Operate refuse packers and related equipment, including front-end loaders, rear loaders, side loaders, roll-off trucks, brush trucks, and pressure washers.
Move, level, and cover refuse at the landfill and maintain landfill roads.
Perform general labor at the landfill, including removing debris and trash from roadways, adjacent properties, and the landfill site.
Assist the landfill attendant as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.