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City of Flagstaff, AZ

Equipment Operator I - Landfill

City of Flagstaff, AZ, Flagstaff

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Salary: $20.46 - $30.69 HourlyLocation : Flagstaff, AZJob Type: Full-Time; Non-Exempt; Tenure & Benefit EligibleJob Number: 088-25Division: Public WorksSection: Solid Waste - LandfillOpening Date: 06/06/2025Pre-employment Requirements: CDL PhysicalRegulated Drug ScreeningEssential Job Functions Test (Human Performance Evaluation)TetanusHepatitis A & BBudgeted Min: $20.46Budgeted Max: $25.58Work Week: Shift Work: Positions often involve varied shift work. This includes working various shifts, overtime, weekends.Additional Information: This position is budgeted for the following hourly pay range: $20.46 - $25.58.This position is posted with the full salary range indicating future potential earnings; however, the actual hiring salary for this position is dependent upon relevant experience and qualifications above minimum requirements and position funding. Therefore, all starting salaries above the midpoint require further review and additional approval. DescriptionAre you someone who has positive outlook and likes to work independently while also being part of a supportive team? Do you enjoy working outdoors with great mountain views and would like the opportunity to learn new skills on the job? If so, join our team in the Landfill as our next Equipment Operator I!About the Role:As an Equipment Operator I at the Landfill, you will be doing some manual labor and operational duties associated with landfill operations as well as the landfill litter program. You will be assisting in picking up windblown litter throughout the landfill using tools, including hand tools and hand power equipment. Duties will also include maintenance of solid waste landfill equipment and vehicles, as well as snow plowing activities when needed.Why Join the City of Flagstaff? We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and positive work environment. We offer competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and the chance to work with a committed team making a difference in our community. Located in the beautiful mountain town of Flagstaff, AZ, you'll enjoy a unique quality of life with outdoor recreation, stunning scenery and a welcoming community. Examples of the Work Performed POSITION RESPONSIBILITIESProvides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.Working with other landfill staff in providing day to day operational and labor support.Assists in picking up windblown litter at the landfill.Performs non-equipment operational duties, such as Operates hand tools and hand power equipment May drive and operate water truck as assigned.Snow plowing activities as assigned.After training on various solid waste landfill equipment may be assigned to weekend shift.Cleans and services solid waste landfill equipment and vehicles as required.Makes simple field repairs and services equipment as required for daily operation.Performs other solid waste manual duties as assigned, equipment maintenance, welding, litter pickup, etc.Assists the public as needed.Other duties as assigned. Qualifications MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSHigh school diploma or G.E.D.Valid Arizona Class B Commercial Driver License with tanker endorsement - or ability to obtain one with a six-month period of being in the position.One year of experience performing unskilled manual labor.One year of equipment operation experience.Or any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the above Minimum Requirements. DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAININGExperience performing strenuous manual laborer tasks.Some welding & maintenance OTHER REQUIREMENTSRegular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity.Must be willing and able to work weekends and holidays as assigned.Incumbents of this position are subject to pre-employment drug screening, post-employment random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug/alcohol screening, consistent with Arizona State and federal Commercial Driver regulations. Supplemental InformationCURRENT COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and positive work environment. We offer competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and the chance to work with a committed team making a difference in our community. Located in the beautiful mountain town of Flagstaff, AZ, you'll enjoy a unique quality of life with outdoor recreation, stunning scenery and a welcoming community. Our total compensation package includes best-in-class benefits and an hourly salary of $20.46 - $25.58, based on the candidate's qualifications and experience. Arizona State Retirement System with 100% Match Employees are members of Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) with a mandatory contribution rate of 12% 457 Deferred Compensation Options Up to 4% Annual Pay for Performance Increase Group Insurance including Health, Dental and Vision coverage Flexible & Health Savings Accounts 13 Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave, Paid Parental Leave, Bereavement, Jury Duty Life Insurance, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability and Voluntary Life Insurance First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness Employer Tuition Assistance Employee Clinic, Telehealth, Wellness Program & Incentives Tobacco Cessation Program Employer Assistance Program Recognition including Workaversary, Wonderful Outstanding Worker (WOW), On-the-Spot, 7k Award, and City Manager's Excellence Awards Employee Discounts: Mountainline Bus EcoPass, Aquaplex, and Recreation Centers Please note that Compensation and Benefits are subject to change base on future policy change, budgetary impact and Council changes. The City of Flagstaff is looking for team members who are passionate about community, innovation, and quality of life. Come be a part of this cool community and see why the City of Flagstaff is a great place to work! We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and positive work environment. We offer competitive pay and the chance to work with a committed team making a difference in our community. Located in the beautiful mountain town of Flagstaff, AZ, you'll enjoy a unique quality of life with outdoor recreation, stunning scenery and a welcoming community.The City of Flagstaff is looking for team members who are passionate about community, innovation, and quality of life. Come be a part of this cool community and see why the City of Flagstaff is a great place to work!We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and positive work environment. We offer competitive pay and the chance to work with a committed team making a difference in our community. Located in the beautiful mountain town of Flagstaff, AZ, you'll enjoy a unique quality of life with outdoor recreation, stunning scenery and a welcoming community.The City of Flagstaff is looking for team members who are passionate about community, innovation, and quality of life. Come be a part of this cool community and see why the City of Flagstaff is a great place to work!The City belongs to Northern Arizona Public Employees Benefit Trust (NAPEBT), a consortium formed to combine resources and leverage buying power in order to provide comprehensive and cost-effective benefits to employees. NAPEBT currently includes the City of Flagstaff, Coconino County, Coconino Community College, Flagstaff Unified School District, Mountain Line, Kachina Village Improvement District, and the Coconino County Accommodation School. NAPEBT continually works to ensure a better benefits package than any of the employers could offer individually, which keeps benefits costs down for employees.INSURANCEBenefits include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability options.For comprehensive information on the City's benefits package, please visit RETIREMENTEmployees are members of Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS), or the Elected Officials Retirement Plan (EORP) based on eligibility requirements. DEFERRED COMPENSATIONEmployees may make pre- or post-tax contributions to a 457 Retirement Plan through Voya,Nationwide, or Mission Square account via Payroll Deduction.Our comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare benefits, Arizona State or Public Safety Retirement, annual vacation, 13 paid holidays, paid Parental Leave, an offsite health clinic, Employee Assistance Program, wellness program and incentives, First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program, Tuition Assistance Program, and so much more. The City of Flagstaff is a Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness Employer. To view comprehensive benefits information, click 01 This position is posted with the full salary range indicating future potential earnings; however, the actual hiring salary for this position is dependent upon relevant experience and qualifications above minimum requirements and position funding. This position is budgeted for the following range: $20.46 to $25.58. Are you okay with that pay range? Yes No 02 Do you have a high school diploma or GED? Yes No 03 Do you have a valid Arizona Class B Commercial Driver License with tanker endorsement? Yes No 04 If you don't have a Class B license, do you have the ability to obtain one with a six-month period of being in the position? Yes No 05 Do you have one year of experience performing unskilled manual labor? Yes No 06 Do you have one year of equipment operation experience? Yes No 07 If you do not meet the minimum requirements listed above, do you have education, experience, and training equivalent to them? If so, please describe how you meet the requirements. Required Question