Heavy Equipment Operator III - Solid Waste Disposal

City of Lubbock • Lubbock, TX

28d

About The Position

Operates and services the heavier types of construction equipment such as Compactor, Dozer, Excavator, Motor Grader, Tub Grinder, Loaders, Scrapers, Articulated Dump Trucks, Roll-Off Trucks, and other equipment as needed. This position assists in the daily operations of the City Landfill. Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional three to five years experience in the operation of motorized construction equipment, 2 year of progressive experience on any of the required equipment listed on this job description; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:

Requirements

• Solid Waste Disposal:
• Commercial Driver License (CDL)
• TCEQ MSW Screening Certification within one year of hire
• Solid Waste:
• Texas Commercial Class B or Class A Driver's License
• Physical Exam Required
• Knowledge of:
• Operation and maintenance of heavy motorized equipment typically used in operations of a Landfill
• TCEQ MSW Rules, Site Operating Plan and TCEQ MSW Permit
• Ability to:
• Operate heavy equipment skillfully and safely in the operations of a Landfill;
• Perform maintenance and service work on trucks and heavy equipment;
• Make field repairs;
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds;
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 75 pounds;
• Walk and stand during a shift;
• Climb ladders, scaffolding, stairs, poles and inclined surfaces;
• Continuously push and pull objects;
• Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;
• Frequently rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing;
• Reach above, at or below shoulder height;
• Coordinate eye, hand and foot movement in order to operate motorized vehicles and machinery.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer TCEQ MSW A Operator License
• Prefer HAZWOPER

Responsibilities

• Operate Compactor, Dozer, Excavator, Motor Grader, Tub Grinder, Loaders, Scrapers, Articulated Dump Trucks, Roll-Off Trucks, and other equipment as needed.
• Maintain and service equipment and trucks
• Operate mechanical attachments and equipment on vehicles
• Operate pickups and other light equipment when assigned
• Perform related duties as directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED