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Heavy Equipment Operator II

Heavy Equipment Operator II

Government JobsLubbock, TX, US
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Solid Waste Collection Operator

Operates 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 functions include :

  • Operate rear loader, side loader, grapple truck, roll-off trucks, and automated side loader.
  • Maintain and service equipment and trucks.
  • 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; 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. Texas Commercial Class B or Class A Driver's License. Physical Exam Required.

Knowledge and abilities :

  • Operation and maintenance of heavy motorized equipment typically used in solid waste collections.
  • Operations at Solid Waste Disposal or Transfer Facilities.
  • 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.
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    Heavy Equipment Operator • Lubbock, TX, US