Sanitation Equipment Operator I

City of Pensacola•Pensacola, FL

About The Position

The Sanitation Equipment Operator I performs skilled work operating moderately complex sanitation-related equipment, including vehicles used to collect yard trash, bulk waste, and garbage along routes throughout the city. The position may operate automated side-loading garbage trucks and front-end loader tractors, and may serve as a lead worker supervising a small group of semi-skilled or unskilled employees. The role includes checking equipment for routine servicing needs and performing minor maintenance when required. Regular pre-dawn work may be scheduled, and the employee may provide equipment assistance to other departments and serve as emergency support staff. The position is with the City of Pensacola. Salary range is $40,830.40–$47,699.60 annually, depending on knowledge and experience. The regular schedule is four 10-hour shifts on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, with overtime availability on Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of experience operating the assigned equipment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Possession of an appropriate driver’s license for the equipment operated and any license, training, or certification required by law or regulation to complete assigned tasks.
Possession of a Class B CDL is required.
Knowledge of sanitation equipment, associated hydraulic equipment and parts, and the operation and minor servicing of standard and specialized sanitation equipment.
Knowledge of street locations, traffic regulations, and safe driving practices.
Skill in the care and operation of assigned equipment.
Ability to supervise employees as a lead worker, carry out oral and/or written instructions, and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.

Nice To Haves

Class A CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

Drive and operate vehicles used to collect and haul yard trash and bulk waste from an assigned collection route.
Operate related sanitation equipment, including automated side-loading garbage trucks.
Operate front-end loader tractors.
Check equipment for routine servicing needs and perform minor maintenance when required.
Perform pre-trip inspections for all equipment operated.
Work pre-dawn hours as scheduled when required.
May supervise semi-skilled and unskilled employees as a lead worker.
May assist other departments with equipment use.
Serve as emergency support staff.
Perform other related duties as assigned.