Solid Waste Collection Equipment OperatorOperates and services the heavier types of construction equipment such as rear loader, side loader, grapple truck, roll-off trucks and automated side loader. This position assists the City in collection of Solid Waste for residential and commercial customers.Essential FunctionsOperate rear loader, side loader, grapple truck, roll-off trucks, and automated side loader. This position assists the City in collection of Solid Waste for residential and commercial customers.Maintain and service equipment and trucks;Operate pickups and other light equipment when assigned;Perform related duties as directed.QualificationsCompletion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional three to five years experience in the operation of motorized construction equipment; or any combination of relevant education, 1 year of progressive experience on any of the required equipment listed on this job description, and experience which provides the following: Solid Waste Disposal: Commercial Driver License (CDL) within one year of hire Prefer HAZWOPER Certification Prefer TCEQ MSW Waste Screening Solid Waste: Texas Commercial Class B or Class A Driver's License Physical Exam RequiredKnowledge and AbilitiesKnowledge of:Operation and maintenance of heavy motorized equipment typically used in solid waste collectionsOperations at Solid Waste Disposal or Transfer Facilities Ability to: Operate heavy equipment skillfully and safely to assist in the collection of Solid Waste;Perform maintenance and service work on trucks and heavy equipment;Make field repairs;Understand and follow oral and written instructions.Maintain equipment in compliance with DOT rules and regulations Physical Requirements Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds;Occasionally lift and carry up to 75 pounds;Walk and stand during a shift;Climb ladders, scaffolding, stairs, poles and inclined surfaces;Continuously push and pull objects;Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;Frequently rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing;Reach above, at or below shoulder height;Coordinate eye, hand and foot movement in order to operate motorized vehicles and machinery.BenefitsThe City of Lubbock provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package.
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Heavy Equipment Operator II - Solid Waste in lubbock at Unknown Company
- Typical pay
- $52,520–$57,720
For context, most heavy equipment operators earn between $52,520–$57,720 a year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data. What this particular role pays is set by the employer — check the description above.
This position is listed as full time and onsite.