Solid Waste Transfer Equipment Operator (Lithia Area)

Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners • Lithia, FL

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About The Position

Performs duties operating a large semi-tractor trailer or roll-off truck and other motorized equipment and vehicles used in the transport of bulk solid waste material.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the operation of semi-tractor trailer transport, including medium to heavy motorized construction equipment and transportation vehicles, including front-end loaders or excavators, and other motorized equipment.
• Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations applicable to the operation of motorized construction, maintenance, and transport equipment on public streets and highways.
• Knowledge of safety equipment, standards and regulations.
• Skill in the operation of a semi-tractor trailer transport and other motorized equipment.
• Ability to service and make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment, including medium to heavy motorized construction equipment and transportation vehicles.
• Ability to plan, organize and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally.
• Ability to demonstrate good customer service skills.
• Ability to read and understand work related material.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Ability to pass DOT physical on an annual basis.
• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate; AND
• Three years of experience in the operation of a semi-tractor trailer transport and/or medium and heavy construction equipment, including front-end loaders or excavators; OR
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted above; AND
• Possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Class A.

Nice To Haves

• advanced experience in construction equipment.
• knowledge of solid waste operations.

Responsibilities

• Operates large semi-tractor trailer or roll-off motorized vehicles for the transportation of bulk solid waste material in constricted loading/unloading locations, on unimproved roads, and on heavily traveled roads and highways in compliance with all DOT and County safety rules and regulations.
• Operates other heavy equipment such as front-end loaders, excavators, and skid steers to perform a variety of solid waste operational functions, including receiving waste, loading trailers, processing roll-off containers, and performing clean-up functions.
• Operates hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical auxiliary equipment related to assigned tractors and trailers.
• Checks and ensures that equipment is serviced and in good working condition; makes minor repairs and adjustments to equipment and ensures that periodic maintenance and major repairs are performed.
• Performs daily safety inspections and observes proper safety practices and regulations when operating or working around equipment.
• May supervise subordinate operators, trades helpers, or laborers or act as a lead driver.
• Uses manual tools to pick up litter at the facility and ensure proper disposal.
• Performs other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

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