Solid Waste Equipment Operator

City of Atlanta • Atlanta, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs manual work functions associated with operating environmental equipment in the Bureau of Solid Waste Services. This role involves operating environmental equipment such as a conventional rear loader garbage truck and open-body dump truck to remove refuse from residential units and from special events. The position also includes driving assigned routes, performing manual labor, conducting vehicle inspections and basic maintenance, and communicating with supervisors and the public.

Requirements

• High school diploma, or equivalent
• One (1) year of experience in the operation of medium-sized trucks or equipment such as garbage trucks required
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and other staff members.
• Ability to use judgment in routine and non-routine situations.
• Ability to comprehend and apply regulations and procedures of the department.
• Ability to work under a minimum degree of stress related to duties that require constant attention to detail and tight deadlines.
• Ability to follow specific oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform strenuous work and withstand exposure to varied climatic conditions.
• Ability to operate large trucks and drive safely as evidenced by an absence of excessive numbers of traffic violations or accidents.
• Ability to pass a performance test on the required equipment and supervise a small crew of collectors
• Must possess a valid Georgia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Class B endorsement.

Nice To Haves

• None.

Responsibilities

• Acts as first line supervisor to Environmental Service Workers assigned to truck.
• Operates environmental equipment such as a conventional rear loader garbage truck and open-body dump truck to remove refuse from residential units and from special events.
• Drives assigned route.
• Performs manual work functions and utilizes various tools including pitchfork, rake, shovel and broom to empty receptacles and pick up yard trimming, bulk rubbish and spillage.
• Performs pre- and post-route vehicle inspections and basic maintenance activities; keeps the interior and exterior of assigned equipment clean.
• Obtains the necessary tools to perform specific tasks so that work can be performed both efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Communicates with supervisors to inform them of progress made on work assignments.
• Reports any mechanical problems associated with vehicle.
• Reports problems or emergency situations.
• Responds to routine requests for information from officials, employees, the public or other city agencies.
• Uses a two-way radio to communicate with supervisor and to receive instructions.
• Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities.
• Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility.
• Operates a conventional rear loader garbage truck; may operate an open-body dump truck, tandem dump truck, MAD VAC, and mini-truck.
• Provides maintenance to equipment to prevent equipment damage.
• Fuels and dumps vehicle daily at the end of the work shift.
• Cuts grass as required.
• Receives various forms, work orders, reports, and other documents; completes, processes, and forwards as appropriate.
• Completes vehicle maintenance reports to document mileage, fuel, etc.
• Prepares/generates maintenance records, logs, or other documentation as required.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The job posting mentions that the City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values and encourages diversity in its workforce. It also details policies regarding reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

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