Equipment Operator (Semi-Skilled | Class B CDL ) – Refuse Disposal

Job Summary

Under direction inspects equipment to ensure proper operating condition, performs minor repairs and services, cleans and maintains as needed; operates bulldozer, excavator and earth mover to perform various tasks to include cleaning land, digging trenches and burying waste; operates backhoe, dump truck, land compactor and various related equipment to perform various tasks and performs additional tasks in support of the department as needed or upon request.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statement of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this position. Other duties may be required, assigned and expected aside from those set forth below to address operational needs and changing operational practices.

• Visually inspect equipment for proper operating condition, including but not limited to bulldozer, compactor, earth mover, motor grader and backhoe as well as performing operator maintenance including checking a topping off fluids, inspecting tire wear and pressure, lubricating equipment, reporting any equipment problems to the mechanic shop for proper repair, performing minor repairs to include replacing blown lights, bulbs and fuses and advises mechanics when scheduled maintenance is due
• Ensures that all safety equipment is on board equipment and safety equipment is operational, including but not limited to fire extinguisher and road markers
• Clean exterior of equipment removing mud, dirt or other debris using pressure hoses or steam cleaner if needed
• Safe operation of various equipment including compactor to gather and pack debris in landfill trench; earth mover to relocate dirt and cover debris with dirt; bulldozer to level ground, form slopes on banks of foundations; remove piles of trash and bury waste and debris; excavator and bull dozer to remove trees and clear land area to retrieve dirt and building trenches for dumping; motor grader to smooth and level foundations
• Attends safety meetings and applies knowledge gained from safety meetings to work performance including mandatory usage of PPE such as safety vest, seatbelts or other PPE
• Assists in digging and removing old pipes
• Assists citizens by providing information on dumping restrictions and visually inspects loads to ensure only inert materials are being dumped
• May assist in other departments as needed
• May attend training on equipment operation

Qualifications

Education & Experience Guidelines
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities required for this position would be:

Education/Training
High School Diploma, GED or demonstrated proficiency

Experience
Extensive previous equipment operation experience

Licenses or Certifications Required
Class B CDL

The following generally describes the knowledge and abilities required in order to successfully perform the assigned duties of the position:

Knowledge of:

• Landfill procedures including equipment operations and maintenance

Ability to:

• Operate heavy equipment use including compactors, bulldozers, earth movers, dump truck and excavators
• Read and comprehend operator manuals, directives, gauges and indicators
• Accurately complete forms and document logs
• Verbally communicate to converse with supervisor, co-workers and the public
• Perform mathematical calculation including adding, subtracting and multiplying whole numbers
• Work independently to plan and arrange own work and refer only unusual cases to supervision
• Exercise sound judgement particularly in tasks involving safety of self, safety of others and efficiency of operations
• Work as a member of a team

Physical Demands & Working Environment

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the city encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations needed to perform the essential duties of this position.

Environment: Work will primarily be in an outdoor setting with exposure to extreme heat, cold and inclement weather conditions.

Physical Demands: See accompanying page for details

Key Working Relationship: Division Chief of Public Works, Other employees working at the landfill, Public and contractors bringing items to the landfill

Applications for this position will be accepted until a pool of 20 applications is received or the position is filled, whichever comes first. Current city employees wishing to apply should send Internal Job Application provided by the Human Resources Department to the HR Director by the deadline stated. (A courtesy copy will be sent to the employee’s department head.)

Applications can be found online (download an application) or picked up at the City of Phenix City Human Resources Department:
1103 Broad Street
Phenix City, AL 36867
Ph: 334 448-2706

Applications are available for pick up and drop off on Mondays from 2 to 5 p.m., Eastern Time, and Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., Eastern Time. You may also email your completed application with the required supporting documents.