Solid Waste Equipment Operator

City of Bakersfield, CA • Bakersfield, CA

34d

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs manual and semi-skilled work in the operation of heavy and complex automotive refuse collection and recycling equipment such as (but not limited to) front loader, side loader, roll-off, grinder, screen plant, and compost turner; and performs other work as required.

Requirements

• Two (2) years' experience in driving heavy-duty vehicles or equipment.
• Possession of a valid Class "B" California driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Solid waste equipment & operations experience
• Preventative maintenance experience
• Tanker endorsement
• Experience with; recycling processing equipment, Grinder, Trommel Screen, Windrow turner

Responsibilities

• Efficiently organizes and operates collection routes
• Operates a one-person, or on occasion a two-person, automated, semi-automated, or manual loading refuse truck used in the collection of various sized waste containers
• Drives a refuse collection vehicle to an assigned route
• Collects refuse from residences and /or commercial buildings along the route
• Drives full refuse truck and boxes to the appropriate facility for disposal or recycling and places truck in the required area
• Communicates service situations by radio
• May operate and maintain the wood grinder, screen plant, compost turner, and other material handling equipment at the recycling facility
• Leads a small crew of up to two (2) other employees
• Performs related work as required

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees