Sideloader Serv - Equipment Operator I, II Solid Waste

City of Abilene•Abilene, TX

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About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Supervisor (I/II) – Solid Waste, the Equipment Operator performs skilled work operating solid waste collection equipment and vehicles. The role safely operates solid waste collection trucks and related equipment on assigned residential, commercial, or special collection routes, ensuring timely collection, transport, and disposal of materials in accordance with established procedures and safety regulations. Duties also include inspecting, servicing, and cleaning equipment; reporting maintenance and safety concerns; maintaining vehicle records; and assisting with manual waste-collection tasks such as loading materials, handling containers, and keeping routes and equipment clean. Equipment Operator I exercises no supervision. Equipment Operator II may provide technical supervision to Equipment Operator I employees, including training them in proper equipment use and observing the safe practices of untrained employees. The Equipment Operator II is expected to complete routes without direct supervision and independently operate assigned solid waste equipment. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License. For Equipment Operator II, 30 days of experience operating and servicing City of Abilene Solid Waste equipment and service routes, or equivalent prior experience, is required, along with verified training on assigned equipment and completion of Solid Waste Equipment Training. The work has a medium strength demand, including lifting up to 50 pounds and carrying up to 25 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Ability to safely operate motor vehicles and assigned equipment and maintain a safe driving record.
Knowledge of solid waste equipment operating characteristics and servicing, work hazards and safety precautions, applicable traffic laws and regulations, and safe driving practices.
Ability to perform minor equipment maintenance and repairs, make minor operating adjustments, and recognize equipment deficiencies.
Ability to communicate clearly, complete routes using written and printed instructions, read maps, and write reports.
Ability to establish cooperative working relationships and work as a team member while following the City of Abilene Core Values.
For Equipment Operator II: 30 days of experience operating and servicing City of Abilene Solid Waste equipment and service routes, or equivalent prior experience.
For Equipment Operator II: completed training on assigned equipment, verified on a Training Completion form, and completion of Solid Waste Equipment Training.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in the safe operation of large commercial equipment (Equipment Operator I).

Responsibilities

Operate trash collection or recycling vehicles and other Solid Waste Service vehicles and equipment.
Collect trash, brush, litter, bulky items, and recycling materials.
Read street maps and route sheets to locate route destinations.
Perform basic vehicle inspections and preventive maintenance.
Check, service, and clean equipment.
Maintain vehicle records.
Complete assigned routes safely and follow Division safety rules.
Report unsafe working conditions, accidents, and injuries to the supervisor and complete related paperwork.
Dump collected trash or recyclables at designated dump sites or landfills.
Complete routes without assistance and with minimal incidents (Equipment Operator II).
Train Equipment Operator I employees in proper equipment use and observe safe practices of untrained employees (Equipment Operator II).
Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned.