Salary: $17.07 - $24.12 HourlyLocation : Brooks Landfill, KSJob Type: Full-timeJob Number: EO1 N - NJD LandfillDepartment: Public Works and UtilitiesDivision: PWU Public HealthOpening Date: 08/26/2025Bargaining Unit: 2000 The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer. Distinguishing Features of WorkAbout the Environmental Health/Landfill Division:Landfill Operations include operating the City's construction and demolition landfill, industrial landfill, and composting site as well as maintaining the current and past landfills following closure, per State and Federal regulations. These operations provide a means of disposal for City waste, primarily street sweepings, illegal dumping, neighborhood clean ups, construction debris, and grass clippings. The operation of open and closed landfills is key in ensuring Wichita's continued focus on Environmental Health and Safety.Vision Statement:Provide environmentally sustainable composting, recycling, and landfill facilities for City and public waste, and manage the long-term closure process of past and current landfill facilities.What we are looking for:Looking for individuals who take pride in their work. Seeking individuals to join a team that is dedicated to providing excellent service. Are you ready to be part of an organization that will help you achieve your career goals? Are you ready to see what your work can accomplish for the community?Role Description:The main responsibility of this position is skilled and safe operation of trucks and other powered equipment, including any attached mechanical equipment. Employees also perform manual work, usually of an unskilled or semiskilled nature, in connection with maintenance or landfill activities. Occasionally the employee may direct a small number of laborers assigned to help on specific tasks. Work is reviewed through inspections or through discussions with a supervisor.Work Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 5:30pm and alternating Saturdays 7:30am - 3:00pm. Occasional overtime may be required.Bargaining Unit: Service Employee's International (SEIU)**Employees within the department of division shall be given first consideration*****Posting may close at anytime*** Examples of Work PerformedOperates a backhoe, skid steer, and tractor with attachments.Operates a pickup truck; may operate a water truck and dump truck with trailer depending on driver's license type and endorsements.Preforms minor service work on equipment, such as refueling, lubricating, washing, and making minor adjustments.Completes daily inspection logs.Directs traffic at and around the working face of a construction and demolition (C&D) landfill.Monitors, sorts, and buries materials brought into a C&D and industrial landfill.Maintains composting windrows.Assists customers with the loading of compost, mulch, or other items purchased.May function as backup operator or assistant to an Equipment Operator II.The examples of work performed are not intended to be all-inclusive.The City of Wichita reserves the right to assign additional duties as needed.Requirements of Work Willingness and ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.Ability to acquire within a reasonable period of time knowledge of the procedures, tools, equipment, and materials used in landfill work.Ability to maneuver self into and/or onto vehicular equipment with two foot steep first step, and onto frame or fender as required to perform fluid/filter check daily and maintenance every 100 hours or as needed.Ability to maintain balance and physically tolerate operating and riding heavy equipment over rough terrain for long periods of time.Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions.Ability to operate, with training, a two-way radio.Ability to shovel, snow, sand, or gravel.Ability to tolerate exposure to airborne environmental nuisances associated with traffic and machine exhaust, open grounds, and construction.Ability to tolerate equipment and machinery noise with the use of ear plugs.Ability to swing a 20-pound sledgehammer safely and effectively against brick, concrete, or similar substances.Ability to lift and carry bulky items weighing up to 80 pounds.Ability to lift and carry up to 150 pounds with the assistance of another.Ability to pull, shove or otherwise maneuver items weighing up to 150 pounds.Ability to be continuously performing tasks that require one to push, pull, climb (ladders and in and out of vehicular equipment), bend, twist, reach, stand, and walk about (up to a half mile at a time) for most of a ten-hour shift.Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.Ability to wear safety toed boots and other personal protective equipment as required.Must possess and maintain a valid Kansas class C driver's license.Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas class B commercial driver's license (CDL) with air brake endorsement may be required based on job assignment. If you are a Canadian or Mexican citizen, you will be required to have or obtain a CDL from your home country. An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace. Required Experience and TrainingRequired Experience & TrainingMust be 18-years of age or older.Six months of experience in the operation of heavy or specialized equipment used in landfill, farming, or construction activities.A current, valid Kansas Class C driver's license.Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.Preferred Experience & TrainingA current, valid Kansas Class A commercial driver's license (CDL) or a Class B CDL with air brake and tanker endorsement. If you are a Canadian or Mexican citizen, you will be required to have or obtain a CDL from your home country. Experience in the operation of a backhoe and/or skid steer.Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) speaking.High school diploma, GED, or vocational degree in equipment operation, construction, or related field. Experience in landfill, construction, landscaping involving physical/manual labor and operation of heavy equipment.Please note that this position is part of a random drug testing pool, and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a criminal records check.Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following links:CITY OF WICHITA FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 1. VACATION - Most employees with less than five years employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Employees can accumulate and carry forward up to 240 hours each year. 2. HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. Employees also receive one Personal Holiday that is granted after the first six months of employment. 3. SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, sick leave accruals are one work day per month. Employees can accumulate and carry forward all unused sick leave each year. Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance. 4. HEALTH INSURANCE - UMR / United Healthcare provides two levels of medical and prescription drug plans. Both medical plan are PPOs and do not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Teladoc virtual care (primary care/mental health benefits at no charge), Dario healthy living programs, and VSP Vision benefits. Pre-tax premium deductions are offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium cost towards medical, prescription drug and vision insurance.5. DENTAL INSURANCE - Two Delta Dental plans are offered - Preferred and Traditional. The Delta Preferred plan requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. The Delta Traditional plan allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta network. Benefits under both plans are the same (with the exception of some Orthodontic benefits) Pre-tax premium deductions are offered.6.LIFE INSURANCE - Low-cost voluntary term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is two times annual pay up to a determined maximum amount. Dependent coverage is available at $20,000 spouse / $10,000 child(ren) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through MetLife.7.SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE - Additional voluntary employee-paid term life insurance is available from MetLife at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. The Life Insurance plans are portable. 8. LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE- The voluntary employee-paid group disability plan from MetLife provides 60% of pre-disability income for injury or health related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age. 9.VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT - Voluntary employee-paid AD&D from MetLife offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment. 10.RETIREMENT - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost. 11.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - Employees may elect to make FSA pre-tax deductions for dependent care and/or unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.12. LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE - This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses, and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.13.MORE BENEFITS & SERVICES Deferred Compensation Investment Program Employee Discounts and Wichita Employee Association (WEA) Bereavement Pay Employee Emergency Assistance Fund Voluntary Shared Leave Program Training Programs Longevity Pay Credit Union Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Injury Leave (on-job injury) Community Volunteer Events01 At the time I am completing this application I am 18 years old or older Yes No 02 I have the following years of experience in the operation of heavy or specialized equipment used in landfill, farming, or construction activities: Less than 6 months experience 6 months to 1 year experience 2-3 years' experience 4-5 years' experience +5 years' experience I do not have experience in the operation of heavy or specialized equipment used in landfill, farming, or construction activities. 03 I have the following years of experience in landfill, construction, landscaping involving physical and manual labor: Less than 1 year experience 1 to 2 years of experience 3 to 4 years of experience +5 years of experience I do not have experience in landfill, construction, landscaping, and similar work involving physical and manual labor. 04 I have the following years of experience in heavy equipment operation including backhoe, bulldozer, skid steer, and excavators: Less than 1 year experience. 1 to 3 years' experience. 4 to 7 years' experience. 8+ years' experience. I do not have experience in heavy equipment operation including backhoe, bulldozer, skid steer, and excavators. 05 I have a valid driver's license: Yes No 06 Please indicate your current commercial driver license status below... I currently have a Kansas Class (A) CDL license. I currently have a Kansas Class (B) CDL license. I do not currently have a Class (A) or Class (B) CDL. 07 This position requires a CDL. If you are Canadian or Mexican citizen, you will be required to obtain a CDL from your home country to meet this requirement in addition to having valid employment authorization. I am a Canadian or Mexican citizen I have or can obtain a CDL from my home country to meet this requirement. I am a Canadian or Mexican citizen I do not or cannot obtain a CDL from my home country to meet this requirement. I am not a Canadian or Mexican citizen. 08 This position will require working outdoors in inclement weather including but not limited to, rain, snow, ice, sleet, heat, and humidity plus snow and ice removal and/or emergency response operations that would include operating equipment and vehicles on overnight shifts, weekends and in low-light and low visibility conditions, or other adverse weather conditions and adding I am willing and able to perform this job requirement Yes No 09 I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Yes No Required Question
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