City of Santa Rosa
Landfill Equipment Operator II or III
City of Santa Rosa, Milton, Florida, United States, 32570
Landfill Equipment Operator II & III
General Description:
Operates heavy equipment for landfill operations. Must perform manual labor, maintain equipment, and interact with the public courteously.
Essential Functions
Operate landfill equipment including grader, bulldozer, backhoe, gradeall, compactor, front end loader, lowboy, dump truck, boom tractor, roll off truck, and/or forklift.
Wash, clean and perform minor maintenance of assigned equipment.
Perform manual labor.
Interact with the public in an effective and courteous manner.
Demonstrate commitment to the County’s mission, vision, values, and goals; represent the County professionally and dignified at all times.
May have a role in the County’s disaster preparation and/or recovery as designated in the County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan; may be required to work before, during, and/or after an emergency.
Meet minimum attendance standards including working weekends.
Perform related duties as required.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Two (2) years of heavy equipment operation and maintenance for Landfill Equipment Operator II; Three (3) years for Landfill Equipment Operator III.
Experience operating equipment in a landfill environment preferred.
Valid driver’s license at the date of hire; must maintain license while employed.
Landfill Operator Certification required; must obtain within one (1) year of employment.
Class “B” commercial driver’s license with air brake endorsement required for II; Class “A” commercial driver’s license and/or hazardous endorsement preferred for III.
Physical & Environmental Conditions Physical Requirements:
Medium work; exert up to 50 lb frequently; lift up to 50 lb; standing, walking on uneven surfaces; repetitive wrist motions; operating motor vehicles and heavy equipment. Visual acuity required for operating motor vehicles and heavy equipment. Requires clear spoken communication.
Environmental Conditions:
High risk with exposure to dangerous situations; adverse weather, extreme temperatures, noise, dust, chemicals; exposure to vibration; proximity to moving mechanical parts and vehicles.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of operation and minor maintenance of heavy construction equipment; safety regulations related to assigned equipment. Must understand and follow oral and written instructions; maintain daily log and maintenance records.
Minimum & Preferred Qualifications Landfill Equipment Operator II (Starting @ $20.77 hourly)
High school diploma or equivalent; two (2) years of heavy equipment operation and maintenance.
Preferred experience in landfill environment.
Landfill Equipment Operator III (Starting @ $22.27 hourly)
High school diploma or equivalent; three (3) years of heavy equipment operation and maintenance.
Preferred experience in landfill environment.
Benefits
11 paid holidays.
Annual leave: 0–4 years – up to 104 hrs/year; 5–9 years – up to 130 hrs/year; 10–14 years – up to 156 hrs/year; 15–19 years – up to 182 hrs/year; 20+ years – up to 208 hrs/year.
Sick leave: up to 104 hrs/year.
Health insurance: Choice of three health plans.
Dental insurance: Purchase available.
Vision insurance: Purchase available for employees and eligible families.
Flexible benefits: Health, Dental, Cancer, Short‑Term & Long‑Term disability; pre‑tax purchase available.
Life insurance: Free $25,000 policy.
Supplemental life insurance: Additional life and accidental death insurance available at group rates.
Tax‑free spending accounts: Help with health care and dependent care expenses.
Retirement: Florida Retirement System (FRS) – employee pays 3% of gross salary pre‑tax, County matches; vesting 1 or 8 years.
Deferred compensation: Tax‑deferred savings plan available; employee pays full cost.
Social Security: Retirement, disability, and insurance benefits.
Credit union: Banking services including checking, savings, and loans per policy.
Jury duty: Paid leave.
Bereavement leave: Up to three (3) days for death in immediate family.
Employee assistance program: Free confidential counseling and referral service; three visits per year.
Uniforms: Free uniforms for those required to wear uniforms.
Educational opportunities: Full and partial tuition reimbursement for approved coursework.
Sick leave pool: Paid leave up to 480 hrs for health emergency.
EEO Statement A Drug Free Workplace/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER /Veteran's Preference will be given in accordance with Florida Statutes.
Application The online application and complete job descriptions can be viewed at www.santarosa.fl.gov. Complete job descriptions may also be obtained at the Human Resources office located at 6495 Caroline Street, Suite H Milton, FL 32570.
Applicants must have at least the minimum educational documentation and/or certifications (requested within the job description) uploaded with their application to be eligible for consideration. Documentation may be uploaded at the time of application, scanned and emailed, faxed, or hand‑delivered.
NOTE: The information given on your application will be evaluated against the minimum qualifications of the job description. After all applications are evaluated, your name will be placed on the employment list and sent to appropriate hiring authority for consideration.
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Operates heavy equipment for landfill operations. Must perform manual labor, maintain equipment, and interact with the public courteously.
Essential Functions
Operate landfill equipment including grader, bulldozer, backhoe, gradeall, compactor, front end loader, lowboy, dump truck, boom tractor, roll off truck, and/or forklift.
Wash, clean and perform minor maintenance of assigned equipment.
Perform manual labor.
Interact with the public in an effective and courteous manner.
Demonstrate commitment to the County’s mission, vision, values, and goals; represent the County professionally and dignified at all times.
May have a role in the County’s disaster preparation and/or recovery as designated in the County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan; may be required to work before, during, and/or after an emergency.
Meet minimum attendance standards including working weekends.
Perform related duties as required.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Two (2) years of heavy equipment operation and maintenance for Landfill Equipment Operator II; Three (3) years for Landfill Equipment Operator III.
Experience operating equipment in a landfill environment preferred.
Valid driver’s license at the date of hire; must maintain license while employed.
Landfill Operator Certification required; must obtain within one (1) year of employment.
Class “B” commercial driver’s license with air brake endorsement required for II; Class “A” commercial driver’s license and/or hazardous endorsement preferred for III.
Physical & Environmental Conditions Physical Requirements:
Medium work; exert up to 50 lb frequently; lift up to 50 lb; standing, walking on uneven surfaces; repetitive wrist motions; operating motor vehicles and heavy equipment. Visual acuity required for operating motor vehicles and heavy equipment. Requires clear spoken communication.
Environmental Conditions:
High risk with exposure to dangerous situations; adverse weather, extreme temperatures, noise, dust, chemicals; exposure to vibration; proximity to moving mechanical parts and vehicles.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of operation and minor maintenance of heavy construction equipment; safety regulations related to assigned equipment. Must understand and follow oral and written instructions; maintain daily log and maintenance records.
Minimum & Preferred Qualifications Landfill Equipment Operator II (Starting @ $20.77 hourly)
High school diploma or equivalent; two (2) years of heavy equipment operation and maintenance.
Preferred experience in landfill environment.
Landfill Equipment Operator III (Starting @ $22.27 hourly)
High school diploma or equivalent; three (3) years of heavy equipment operation and maintenance.
Preferred experience in landfill environment.
Benefits
11 paid holidays.
Annual leave: 0–4 years – up to 104 hrs/year; 5–9 years – up to 130 hrs/year; 10–14 years – up to 156 hrs/year; 15–19 years – up to 182 hrs/year; 20+ years – up to 208 hrs/year.
Sick leave: up to 104 hrs/year.
Health insurance: Choice of three health plans.
Dental insurance: Purchase available.
Vision insurance: Purchase available for employees and eligible families.
Flexible benefits: Health, Dental, Cancer, Short‑Term & Long‑Term disability; pre‑tax purchase available.
Life insurance: Free $25,000 policy.
Supplemental life insurance: Additional life and accidental death insurance available at group rates.
Tax‑free spending accounts: Help with health care and dependent care expenses.
Retirement: Florida Retirement System (FRS) – employee pays 3% of gross salary pre‑tax, County matches; vesting 1 or 8 years.
Deferred compensation: Tax‑deferred savings plan available; employee pays full cost.
Social Security: Retirement, disability, and insurance benefits.
Credit union: Banking services including checking, savings, and loans per policy.
Jury duty: Paid leave.
Bereavement leave: Up to three (3) days for death in immediate family.
Employee assistance program: Free confidential counseling and referral service; three visits per year.
Uniforms: Free uniforms for those required to wear uniforms.
Educational opportunities: Full and partial tuition reimbursement for approved coursework.
Sick leave pool: Paid leave up to 480 hrs for health emergency.
EEO Statement A Drug Free Workplace/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER /Veteran's Preference will be given in accordance with Florida Statutes.
Application The online application and complete job descriptions can be viewed at www.santarosa.fl.gov. Complete job descriptions may also be obtained at the Human Resources office located at 6495 Caroline Street, Suite H Milton, FL 32570.
Applicants must have at least the minimum educational documentation and/or certifications (requested within the job description) uploaded with their application to be eligible for consideration. Documentation may be uploaded at the time of application, scanned and emailed, faxed, or hand‑delivered.
NOTE: The information given on your application will be evaluated against the minimum qualifications of the job description. After all applications are evaluated, your name will be placed on the employment list and sent to appropriate hiring authority for consideration.
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