Lead Heavy Equipment Operator (Solid Waste) (2 Openings)
About The Position
This role operates all types of heavy equipment with a high degree of skill and proficiency, including crawler tractors, front-end loaders, back-hoes, hydraulic excavators, motor graders, crane trucks, and street sweepers. The position also involves leading and guiding sweeper crews during various shifts within the city limits, instructing operators on work procedures and equipment maintenance, and submitting work orders and supply requests. The Lead Heavy Equipment Operator prepares various reports, interprets city maps to locate work sites, assists in special events sweeping, maintains truck equipment, and communicates with supervisors and other workers via mobile radio.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Five (5) years experience operating heavy equipment and sweepers
- At least six (6) months in a supervisory capacity
- Possess a valid Class "B" Tennessee Commercial Drivers License
- Must comply with Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) Alcohol and Drug testing rules.
- Must pass a test designated by Human Resources to demonstrate ability to find various locations on city map.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of the geographic area of Memphis preferred.
- May be required to complete a battery of tests as deemed appropriate by Human Resources to evaluate competencies in operating heavy equipment.
Responsibilities
- Operates all types of heavy equipment, including but not limited to crawler tractor, front-end loader, back-hoe, hydraulic excavator motor grader, crane truck, and street sweeper with a high degree of skill and proficiency.
- Leads and provides guidance to assigned sweeper crews during various shifts within the city limits.
- Instructs assigned sweeper operators on work procedures, proper use of equipment, and maintenance of the equipment.
- Submits work orders and supply requests.
- Prepares various reports including, on-the-job injuries, property damage, and required monthly reports which are submitted to the Manager.
- Interprets city maps to find the location of work sites and assists sweeper operators in finding locations.
- Assists in special events sweeping, when needed.
- Maintains truck equipment, fluids, and fuels trucks.
- Utilizes mobile radio to communicate with supervisors and other workers.
- Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
