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Heavy Equipment Operator III - Solid Waste

Government JobsLubbock, TX, US

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Solid Waste Equipment Operator

Operates and services the heavier types of construction equipment such as Compactor, Dozer, Excavator, Motor Grader, Tub Grinder, Loaders, Scrapers, Articulated Dump Trucks, Roll-Off Trucks, and other equipment as needed. This position assists in the daily operations of the City Landfill.

Essential Functions :

Operate Compactor, Dozer, Excavator, Motor Grader, Tub Grinder, Loaders, Scrapers, Articulated Dump Trucks, Roll-Off Trucks, and other equipment as needed.
Maintain and service equipment and trucks;
Operate mechanical attachments and equipment on vehicles;
Operate pickups and other light equipment when assigned;
Perform related duties as directed.

Qualifications :

Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional three to five years experience in the operation of motorized construction equipment, 2 years of progressive experience on any of the required equipment listed on this job description; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following :

Solid Waste Disposal : Commercial Driver License (CDL) TCEQ MSW Screening Certification within one year of hire Prefer TCEQ MSW A Operator License Prefer HAZWOPER Solid Waste : Texas Commercial Class B or Class A Driver's License Physical Exam Required

Knowledge and Abilities :

Knowledge of : Operation and maintenance of heavy motorized equipment typically used in operations of a Landfill TCEQ MSW Rules, Site Operating Plan and TCEQ MSW Permit

Ability to : Operate heavy equipment skillfully and safely in the operations of a Landfill Perform maintenance and service work on trucks and heavy equipment Make field repairs Understand and follow oral and written instructions

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.

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Heavy Equipment Operator • Lubbock, TX, US