Medium Equipment Operator

City of Weslaco • Weslaco, TX

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About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Sanitation Supervisor, the Medium Equipment Operator collects and transports solid waste from assigned City of Weslaco routes as part of the City's Trash Pick-up Program. The employee operates heavy equipment, such as a side loader or front-end loader, and travels to the landfill to dispose of waste. The position also involves routine equipment maintenance, daily vehicle inspections and safety checks, maintaining work and repair records, and reporting unusual sanitation issues. The employee must operate equipment safely and efficiently while protecting coworkers, property, utilities, and the public and following applicable city policies and procedures. The position requires attendance and physical presence at work, participation in required training, and responding to emergency situations as necessary. Work may extend beyond normal business hours, including nights and weekends, depending on workload or emergency needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent GED.
• Current valid CDL Class B driver's license.
• Must be insurable.
• One to three years of related experience.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen at the City's expense.
• Must successfully complete Emergency Management and Incident Command Training within the first three months after hire.
• Ability to operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to perform job functions with attention to the safety of other workers and protection of buildings, power lines, poles, and valves, and to follow relevant city policies and procedures.
• Ability to understand equipment and machinery operation, brush collection division operations, and the location of city streets.
• Ability to use and comprehend maps depicting city streets and blocks.
• Ability to multitask and solve problems.
• Ability to make sound judgments and perform reading and simple math calculations, and to withstand moderate amounts of stress.
• Ability to work outdoors and be physically present at work.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to collect and transport solid refuse along assigned routes, helping maintain clean residential and commercial areas.
• Travel to and from the landfill to dispose of waste materials.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance before operation, including lubricating, fueling, and cleaning.
• Maintain and inspect the assigned vehicle and perform daily safety checks.
• Maintain records of work performed, including vehicle checklists and repair reports.
• Report unusual sanitation issues, including unacceptable waste disposal and illegal dumping.
• Attend required training sessions to remain current on occupational safety requirements.
• Respond to emergency situations as necessary.
• Perform other similar or related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED