Landfill Operator III - Internal Only

Highlands County Board of County Commissioners • Sebring, FL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

A skilled laborer's position responsible for the operation of heavy landfill equipment in a solid waste operation.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the Pre Trip Inspection and operation of medium and heavy construction works equipment.
• Knowledge of the hazards involved in the use of heavy equipment and of safety precautions to be taken.
• Skill in the operation of heavy construction equipment.
• Ability to understand and communicate oral and written instructions.
• Ability to pass the Landfill Operator test administered by the University of Florida Center for Training Research and Education for Environmental Occupations (TREEO) or other Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) an County approved training facility.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers, supervisors, directors, elected officials, vendors, and the general public.
• Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency certificate is preferred and a minimum of three (3) years of experience in operation and routine maintenance of construction equipment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid FL Class B CDL or higher and Landfill Operator certification in accordance with regulations established by the DEP by attending or having attended training at TREEO or other DEP and County approved training facility or have the ability to obtain within six (6) months of completion of probation.
• Disaster Essential.

Responsibilities

• Operates one or more of the following: 1) Dozer; 2) 4-yard Front-End Loader; 3) Motor Grader; 4) Excavator; 5) Compactor; 6) other large and complex equipment. Occasionally operates smaller equipment.
• Performs routine manual labor tasks when required.
• Washes, cleans and provides first echelon maintenance for all equipment operated.
• Assist fellow workers as required to maintain equipment and finish work projects.
• Deliver, pick-up, and transfer of roll off containers.
• Maintains a professional and safe unit and work area adhering to established safety policies and the image desired for the organization.
• Consistently follows Board policies and procedures.
• Responds productively to change and performs all other related tasks as directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees