Sideloader Serv - Equipment Operator I, II Solid Waste

City of Abilene•Abilene, TX

1d•$23 - $29

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Supervisor (I/II) – Solid Waste, the Equipment Operator performs skilled work operating solid waste collection vehicles and related equipment on assigned residential, commercial, or special collection routes. The position supports the efficient and timely collection, transport, and disposal of solid waste in accordance with established procedures and safety regulations. Duties also include inspecting, servicing, and cleaning equipment; reporting maintenance or safety concerns; maintaining vehicle records; and performing occasional manual work such as handling containers and collecting materials. Equipment Operator I operates trash and recycling vehicles and other Solid Waste Service equipment, completes assigned routes, and follows division safety rules. Equipment Operator II completes routes independently with minimal incidents, independently operates assigned equipment, and may provide technical supervision to Equipment Operator I employees, including training them in proper equipment use and observing the safe practices of untrained employees.

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required.
A valid Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is required.
Knowledge of operating characteristics and servicing of one or more types of solid waste handling equipment.
Knowledge of work hazards and applicable safety precautions associated with assigned equipment and division operations.
Knowledge of applicable traffic laws, ordinances, regulations, and safe driving practices.
Ability to operate and care for tools, machinery, and equipment used in the work, and to safely operate motor vehicles and equipment.
Ability to perform minor equipment maintenance repairs, make minor operating adjustments, and recognize equipment deficiencies.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; read maps; write reports; and complete routes by following written and printed instructions.
Ability to maintain a safe driving record and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
For Equipment Operator II, 30 days of experience operating and servicing City of Abilene Solid Waste equipment and service routes, or prior equivalent experience, is required.
For Equipment Operator II, completed training on assigned equipment, verified by a Training Completion form, is required.
For Equipment Operator II, completion of Solid Waste Equipment Training is required.
The position has a medium overall strength demand: lifting up to 50 pounds and carrying up to 25 pounds.
Physical demands during a typical workday include extensive sitting, kneeling, crouching, bending, twisting, climbing, balancing, vision, hearing, and talking; moderate walking, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, and overhead work; infrequent crawling; and almost-never standing and fine dexterity. Smell may be needed in case of fire.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience safely operating large commercial equipment is preferred for Equipment Operator I.

Responsibilities

Operate trash collection, recycling, 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 destinations and follow written and printed route instructions.
Perform basic vehicle inspections and preventive maintenance; check, service, clean, and make minor repairs or adjustments to equipment.
Maintain vehicle records and report operating deficiencies or maintenance concerns.
Complete assigned routes safely and follow division safety rules.
Report unsafe working conditions, accidents, and injuries to the supervisor and complete related paperwork.
Transport collected trash or recyclables to designated dump sites or landfills.
For Equipment Operator II, complete routes without assistance and with minimal incidents, and operate assigned equipment independently.
For Equipment Operator II, train Equipment Operator I employees in proper equipment use and observe safe practices of untrained employees.
Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Maintain cooperative working relationships and contribute as a respectful team member in support of the division’s mission and City of Abilene Core Values.