MEDIUM EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

City of Weslaco•Weslaco, TX

35d

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Sanitation Supervisor, the Medium Equipment Operator collects and transports solid waste from assigned routes in the City of Weslaco using heavy equipment, such as a side loader or front-end loader, as part of the City's Trash Pick-up Program. The employee performs routine equipment maintenance before operation, including lubricating, fueling, and cleaning, and carries out similar or related duties as assigned. The role involves outdoor work and may require extended hours on weekdays, nights, and/or weekends, including responding to emergency situations. The employee must operate equipment safely and efficiently, protect other workers and nearby infrastructure, and follow applicable City policies and procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent GED.
Current, valid CDL Class B driver's license and insurability.
One to three years of related experience.
Pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen at the City's expense.
Successfully complete Emergency Management and Incident Command Training within the first three months after hire.
Ability to operate equipment and machinery.
Knowledge of brush collection division operations and city street locations.
Ability to use and understand 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 withstand moderate amounts of stress.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

Operate heavy equipment to transport solid refuse from assigned trash pickup routes and help maintain clean residential and commercial areas.
Travel to and from the landfill to dispose of waste materials.
Maintain records of work performed, including vehicle checklists and repair reports.
Report unusual sanitation issues, including unacceptable waste disposal and illegal dumping.
Maintain and inspect the assigned vehicle and perform daily safety checks.
Attend required training to stay current on occupational safety requirements.
Maintain attendance and be physically present at work.
Respond to emergency situations as necessary.
Perform routine equipment maintenance, including lubricating, fueling, and cleaning.
Operate equipment safely and efficiently, with attention to the safety of other workers and nearby buildings, power lines, poles, and valves, and comply with City policies and procedures.
Perform other similar or related duties as assigned.