Equipment Operator / Truck Driver - Western Regional Landfill, Whetstone

Cochise County•Whetstone, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs skilled work of moderate to considerable difficulty in the operation of a wide variety of vehicles and heavy equipment. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. The position requires a post-offer, pre-employment background screening. The work is primarily performed under general supervision, in a variety of climatic conditions and may include confined spaces.

Requirements

One (1) year of experience operating equipment in construction or a field related to the specific job.
Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and ability to be covered by county insurance; OR attain an Arizona Class A CDL within 5 months of employment date.
Ability to operate various types of equipment safely and efficiently.
Ability to perform manual labor.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
Ability to read, write and speak English.
Ability to follow written and verbal instruction.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to oversee a crew engaged in unskilled or semi-skilled tasks.
Ability to supervise an inmate work crew.
Considerable knowledge of traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations; occupational hazards and proper safety precautions.
Good knowledge of the operation, maintenance of vehicles and heavy equipment.
Working knowledge of interpretation of blueprints; surveying techniques.
Considerable skill in operating and servicing equipment.
Good skill in making mathematical computations.
Lifting, manual dexterity, large motor skills and ability to communicate.
Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Involves sitting only occasionally, walking and standing are required regularly.
Incumbents may be required to kneel, crouch/squat, crawl, climb, stoop, turn/twist, balance, reach, or handle.
Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem-solving skills are important.

Nice To Haves

Preference may be given to applicants who possess a Class A Commercial Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

Operates a variety of equipment, including large vehicles and heavy equipment.
Maintains and performs routine maintenance on roadways, right of ways, and flood control structures.
May operate equipment in the support of Solid Waste operations, to include trucking.
Applies mathematical computations for projects and maintenance, including on-site projects, such as: cutting slopes, reading blueprints, and surveying.
Prepares reports.
Performs operator-level maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
Performs manual labor.
May supervise a small number of operators, workers, and laborers, potentially including inmates.