Solid Waste Equipment Operator III

City of Scottsdale•Scottsdale, AZ

About The Position

Performs a wide variety of heavy-equipment operator work in Public Works to support delivery of one or more Solid Waste programs, including collection, disposal, bulk/brush trash, and/or transfer services. The anticipated starting salary may be up to the midpoint, depending on the candidate’s experience and internal equity. The midpoint is $31.04 per hour ($64,563.20 annually). The position requires one year of experience operating sanitation, heavy truck, and/or construction equipment. Depending on the area of responsibility, preferred qualifications may include qualification through Solid Waste Services on a tractor/skid steer, side loader, front loader, or loader and grappler. A valid, unrestricted Arizona driver’s license with no major citations in the 39 months before the start date is required. Brush/Bulk Program assignments require a Class A CDL without an air-brake restriction and are subject to unannounced alcohol and drug testing as required by law. City employees must reside in Arizona throughout their active employment, including employees approved to work remotely. Other licenses or certifications may be required depending on the assignment. The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package. Selection may include a panel interview and, for successful candidates, post-offer pre-employment screening, including criminal background screening, a drug screen, and a 36-month motor vehicle records check. The City may change the selection process without advance notice. The position description may change as employer needs and position requirements change.

Requirements

One year of experience operating sanitation, heavy truck, and/or construction equipment.
Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted Arizona driver’s license with no major citations within the 39 months before the start date.
For Brush/Bulk Program assignments, a Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) with no air-brake restriction is required.
Brush/Bulk Program employees are subject to unannounced alcohol and drug testing as required by law.
Must reside in the State of Arizona during active employment with the City, including when approved to work remotely.
Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required depending on department or section assignment.

Nice To Haves

Depending on area of responsibility, qualification through Solid Waste Services on a tractor/skid steer, side loader, front loader, or loader and grappler.

Responsibilities

Operate heavy equipment in Public Works to support Solid Waste programs.
Assist with delivery of Solid Waste collection, disposal, bulk/brush trash, and/or transfer services.

Benefits

12 paid holidays, including one floating holiday.
Vacation accrual starting at 10.3 hours per month.
Sick leave accrual of 8 hours per month.
Medical benefits, including behavioral health coverage.
Dental benefits.
Vision benefits.
City-paid basic life insurance equal to one times the employee’s annual salary, with supplemental life insurance available as an option.
Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,500 per year.
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System defined-benefit plan, with mandatory employer and employee contributions; the stated current contribution rate is 11.98% and includes a long-term disability benefit.
Supplemental retirement plans through Nationwide, including a 457 plan.
Pet insurance.
Bilingual pay compensation.