Solid Waste Special Equipment Operator

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Main duties and responsibilities include the following (Other duties may be assigned.)

Main duties and responsibilities include the following: (Other duties may be assigned.)

• Drives or operates light to complex equipment such as roll-off trucks, light trucks, lawn equipment, and may operate smaller or less complex equipment as needed.
• Provides routine maintenance to all equipment and vehicles; performs less complex repairs such as changing tires, lubing, etc.; reports serious mechanical difficulties for repairs; adjusts equipment as needed for specialized operations.
• Maintains routine duty records of work such as mileage sheets.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• One (1) year of related training or experience in operating light to complex equipment.
• Must possess a valid Class “A” or “B” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to reach, bend, climb, stoop and kneel in inclement weather; and be required to lift at least fifty (50) pounds.