Frontloader Serv - Equipment Operator I/II CDL - Solid Waste Job at City of Abil

Frontloader Serv - Equipment Operator I/II CDL - Solid Waste

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General Description

Under general supervision of the Supervisor (I/II) - Solid Waste, to perform skilled work in the operation of solid waste equipment. Safely operate solid waste collection equipment on assigned routes. Perform occasional manual work.

Essential Duties

• Operate trash collection or recycling vehicles and other Solid Waste Services vehicles and equipment as needed.
• Pick up trash, brush, litter, bulky items, and recycling materials.
• Read street maps and route sheets to locate route destinations and learn and follow collection routes.
• Perform basic vehicle inspections and preventive maintenance, check, service, and clean equipment, maintain vehicle records.
• Safe completion of the route; and follow all Division safety rules.
• Report unsafe working conditions, accidents and injuries to the supervisor.
• Inform supervisor of unsafe or broken sanitation containers and unsafe or poorly maintained collection sites.
• Complete paperwork, forms, and reports related to collection services.
• Dump collected trash or recyclables at designated dump sites/landfill.

Equipment Operator II Additional Responsibilities

• Successfully complete route without assistance.
• Train Equipment Operator I employees in the proper use of equipment.
• Observe safe practices of untrained employees.

Qualifications

Knowledge: Operating characteristics and servicing of solid waste handling equipment; work hazards and safety precautions; applicable traffic laws and regulations; safe driving principles and practices.

Skills: Operate and care for equipment; safely operate motor vehicles; complete assigned route following written and printed instructions; read maps and write reports; maintain safe driving record.

Abilities: Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships; follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values – Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do.

Experience and Training

• Equipment Operator I: Entry-level; previous safe operation of large commercial equipment preferred; high school diploma or GED required; valid Texas Class A or B CDL with air brake endorsement required.
• Equipment Operator II: Minimum 60 days of experience with operation and servicing of City of Abilene Solid Waste equipment or equivalent; high school diploma or GED required; valid Texas Class A or B CDL with air brake endorsement required.

Physical Requirements

Exposure to noise, outdoor vibration, chemicals, and mechanical hazards; ability to travel to different sites; lifting up to 50 pounds. Physical Demand Codes: Standing, Sitting, Walking, Lifting, Carrying, Pushing/Pulling, Overhead Work, Fine Dexterity, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Bending, Twisting, Climbing, Balancing, Vision, Hearing, Talking.