Sr. Solid Waste Equipment Operator

City of Glendale•Glendale, AZ

About The Position

Responsible for the safe, economical, and efficient operation and care of heavy solid waste equipment, primarily a Front Loader (FL), used to collect, transport, and dispose of commercial solid waste trash and recyclables in the Solid Waste Management Division of the Field Operations Department. Depending on department needs, the position may also operate specialized solid waste equipment such as Automated Side Loaders, Roll-Offs, Rear Loaders, Bulk Trash Case Tractors, Street Sweepers, and bin delivery equipment. The role operates assigned vehicles and equipment, services designated routes, unloads refuse at disposal facilities, performs manual cleanup and routine equipment maintenance, and records work and equipment information. It also involves customer interaction, assisting with operator training as needed, and compliance with commercial driver and safety requirements. The position is classified as safety-sensitive and requires pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and a post-offer physical assessment. The position description may change as employer needs and position requirements change.

Requirements

Two years of experience operating solid waste heavy automotive and specialized equipment.
A valid Arizona Class B Commercial Driver’s License at the time of application.
Maintain a current, valid, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended Arizona driver’s license appropriate to the vehicle operated on City business; maintain an acceptable driving record and complete required driver training and record checks.
Register with the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and authorize the City of Glendale to conduct limited CDL queries for the duration of employment.
Successfully complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and a post-offer physical assessment; submit to further drug and alcohol testing during employment under City policy.
Knowledge of the functions, limitations, safe operating methods, and care of a wide variety of complex solid waste equipment.
Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions in heavy equipment operation, traffic laws and rules, advanced operation and servicing of solid waste equipment, street layouts and routes, and applicable DOT and FMCSA regulations for CDL holders performing safety-sensitive functions.
Skill in safely and efficiently operating assigned equipment and observing traffic laws and regulations.
Ability to perform general equipment maintenance and service; input data into a PC, tablet, or terminal; read and understand street maps; record work and maintain logs; detect needed repairs and make operational adjustments; follow oral and written instructions and work independently; coordinate eye and hand movements; perform heavy manual labor; complete accident reports accurately and promptly; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; establish effective working relationships with City employees and the public; and operate City vehicles requiring a CDL.
Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.
A personally owned vehicle operated on City business must be covered by the statutorily required liability insurance.
The role requires a post-offer physical assessment and the ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including lifting, pushing, pulling, sitting, and climbing.

Nice To Haves

Qualification to operate a trash collector Front Loader refuse truck.

Responsibilities

Operate assigned heavy and light-duty equipment using defensive driving techniques and in accordance with policies, procedures, training, and guidelines.
Perform required daily DOT CDL pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
Operate hydraulic hand controls to collect, dump, and compact garbage and recyclables into a solid waste front-load truck while following designated residential or commercial routes.
Unload refuse trucks at a landfill, transfer station, or similar facility.
Read and follow paper or digital route maps and lists.
Perform manual cleanup of scattered refuse.
Move dumpsters on casters weighing up to 2,000 pounds and move trash bins and containers as required for daily assignments.
Open and close gates for walk-in service and unlock and lock gates and dumpsters.
Perform routine maintenance and minor equipment repairs, including cleaning, fueling, checking and adding oil, filling the radiator, and maintaining tire pressure.
Maintain daily logs of work performed, mileage, tons dumped, and equipment condition and performance.
Complete accident report forms and time sheets accurately and promptly.
Interact with customers respectfully and with integrity; assist in resolving solid waste service problems.
Operate a portable radio.
Assist with training new Equipment Operators as needed.
Operate City vehicles requiring a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Identify hazardous or special waste and take appropriate reporting action.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Work holidays, weekends, mandatory overtime, and special events as needed.