PART TIME : Disposal Equipment Operator

Job Posting : Disposal Equipment Operator

The purpose of this job is to operate equipment and perform manual work functions associated with transporting sludge to disposal sites and assisting in maintenance of plant facilities. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, operating / maintaining heavy equipment; hauling sludge, grit, scum, and screen boxes; transporting materials and equipment; performing manual work activities; maintaining vehicles and equipment; and performing additional tasks as assigned.

High school diploma or equivalent, with one year of experience involving heavy equipment operation required; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Georgia Commercial Drivers License within 6 months of date of hire.

Operates a tandem dump truck to haul de-watered sludge to disposal sites. Operates a dumpster truck to haul grit, scum, and screen boxes. Operates a tanker truck to haul liquid digested sludge to water reclamation facilities. Operates equipment such as a front-end loader, tractor, boom truck, and other equipment used to facilitate the wastewater treatment process. Prepares and sets up machinery to begin de-watering process and to pump sludge to de-watering building. Inspects vehicles on a daily basis; assures proper levels of air pressure, gasoline, oil, and other fluids are maintained. Handles bulk liquid and dry chemical, hazardous chemicals, and sludge. Assists Maintenance Mechanics in installing electric motors, centrifugal pumps, and similar plant equipment. Prepares and / or receives various forms, reports or other documents; processes and forwards as appropriate. Responds to routine requests for information from officials, employees, members of the staff, the public or other individuals. Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the Public Utilities Department as they pertain to the performance of duties relating to the position of Disposal Equipment Operator. Knowledge of the terminology used within the department. Knowledge and skill to operate and maintain various machinery and equipment including a tandem dump truck, dumpster truck, tanker truck, front-end loader, tractor, boom truck, mechanic tools, hand tools, etc. Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures and of other procedures and methods as required in the performance of duties. Knowledge of water pollution control equipment. Skill in defensive driving techniques. Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, and other staff members. Ability to use independent judgment in routine and non-routine situations. Ability to handle required mathematical calculations. Ability to plan, organize and / or prioritize daily assignments and work activities. Ability to comprehend and apply regulations and procedures of the department.

Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including a tandem dump truck, dumpster truck, tanker truck, front-end loader, tractor, boom truck, mechanic tools, hand tools, etc. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials. This position requires : stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motion. Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 20 pounds of force frequently. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those of medium work.