Landfill Operator/Mechanic

Highlands County Board of County Commissioners•Sebring, FL

About The Position

A highly skilled position responsible for operation and maintenance of heavy construction equipment and light mobile equipment in the Solid Waste Operation.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge of the operation, service and mechanical repair of heavy and light equipment.
Extensive knowledge of equipment inspections and operational skills of various pieces of medium and heavy construction equipment.
Extensive knowledge of the hazards involved in the repair and use of heavy equipment.
Knowledge of precautionary measures necessary to avoid accidents.
Skill and operation of grader, excavator or other similar heavy equipment.
Ability to understand and communicate oral and written instructions.
Ability to manage and supervise staff or contract personnel as appropriate
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 diploma is preferred and a minimum of four (4) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of heavy and mobile equipment.
Must possess and maintain a valid FL Commercial Class B license or higher while employed.
This position will also require a Hazmat endorsement. (3 months to complete)
Disaster Essential.

Responsibilities

Operates the following equipment: 1) dozer, 2) 4-yard front end loader, 3) motor grader, 4) excavator, 5) landfill compactor, 6) other larger and complex equipment. Occasionally operates smaller equipment.
Complete extensive pre-trip Inspections and Operate medium to heavy construction equipment including Dozer, Excavators, and Compactors in the daily operations of the Solid Waste disposal sites.
Helps in training and betterment of other less skilled operators or other staff.
Performs mechanical repairs and service on light and heavy equipment.
Operates mobile fuel truck and performs daily service of equipment.
Maintains a professional and safe unit and work area adhering to established safety policies and the image desired for the organization.
Follows consistently the Board policies and procedures.
Responds productively to change and performs all other related tasks as directed.
Washes, cleans and provides first echelon maintenance for all equipment operated.
Cuts slopes and new grades in fine measurements and specifications.
Operates other equipment as needed.
Acts as a crew leader on certain jobs. Performs manual laboring tasks as needed.
Occasional direct supervisory authority over crews working at specific work sites.
Does ditching and other construction with graders, excavators and similar heavy equipment.
Fills holes and repairs roads and landfill slopes.