Sanitation Driver / Driver (Equipment Operator Trainee-Level III)

Equipment Operator Positions

This posting is for current and future openings within the Solid Waste division.

Equipment Operator I

Starting at $16.08 per hour. The purpose of this classification is to drive or operate vehicles and other equipment where driving and maneuvering the vehicle constitutes the majority of the work required to complete tasks for solid waste removal. Equipment in this classification does not involve the operation of additional mechanisms other than those that are simple and routine requiring little extra dexterity and finesse. Classification is reserved for those positions where operation of included equipment is the primary function of the job.

The following duties and functions are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed :

• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Inspects and prepares equipment for safe and proper operation prior to beginning work for the day.
• Performs light maintenance on equipment.
• Drives trucks and other vehicles in order to perform solid waste daily assignments.
• Monitors immediate environment and work area to ensure the safety of operator, other workers, the equipment, and the public.
• Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Performs basic and semi-skilled labor to perform various solid waste assignments.
• Operates a manual rear load garbage truck, a manual rear load recycle truck, and a dump truck.
• May be assigned to operate a manual side load EVO truck.

Equipment Operator II

Starting at $17.70 per hour. The purpose of this classification is to drive and operate vehicles, tractors, and other equipment with specialized functions that involve the operation of mechanisms to complete tasks in addition to driving and maneuvering the vehicle. Equipment / vehicles in this classification have mechanisms that are somewhat complex to operate, requiring more dexterity and finesse. Equipment Operator II's operate larger vehicles requiring a higher level of skill than those at Equipment Operator I level to drive and maneuver in and around confined areas.

The following duties and functions are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed :

Equipment Operator III

Starting at $19.32 per hour. The purpose of this classification is to drive and operate solid waste vehicles and other equipment with specialized functions that involve the operation of complex mechanisms to complete tasks in addition to driving and maneuvering the vehicle. Equipment in this classification is automated, requiring a high level of skill, dexterity, and finesse.

The following duties and functions are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed :

Minimum Qualifications

The minimum qualifications for each level are as follows :

Additional training and certifications required within ninety (90) days of hire include :

Preferred qualifications include :

Selected candidate will be required to complete an assessment.

Communication competencies include :

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include :

Physical and sensory requirements include :