Equipment Operator Senior - Waste

Salary: $57,390.00 Annually Location : Nashville, TN Job Type: Full-Time Civil Service Job Number: C252 FY25 Division: Waste Services Opening Date: 05/01/2026 Closing Date: 5/31/2026 11:59 PM Central Position Description The Equipment Operator Senior - Waste operates larger and more complex equipment for transporting materials, as assigned. The incumbent will perform related duties as required. Waste Services is responsible for weekly curbside waste and every other week curbside recycling collection for over 151,000 customers in the urban services district as well as collection of over 200 public litter baskets in the downtown Nashville corridor. The division also operates four convenience centers where residents of Davidson County can bring waste, recycling, bulk items, food waste, household hazardous waste, and other items for recycling or disposal and eight recycling drop-off locations available to residents who do not qualify for curbside recycling collection. Waste Services currently employs staff members working in collection, administration, customer service, education, landfill engineering, development review, and outreach. Typical Duties Operates Equipment related to area of assignment. Inspect equipment for proper operating condition before its operations. Performs routine clerical duties such as completing route sheets, notices, service requests and other forms as necessary. May train and direct the work of subordinates.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment involves moderate risks or discomforts associated with vehicle/equipment maintenance. These include working in extreme temperatures, working around potentially dangerous equipment, moving parts, carts, or machines, working around grease and oil, and so forth. The work area is adequately lit, heated, and ventilated. Work of this classification requires physical exertion such as: frequently lifting objects up to 25 pounds; occasional lifting heavy objects from 26 to 50 pounds yet seldom from 51 to 100 pounds; occasional crawling, frequent standing, walking, sitting, listening, talking, use of hands, driving, bending, climbing, squatting, push/pull seated and standing, and reaching above shoulder level. The incumbent may be exposed to a variety of irritant chemicals, lubricants, and exhaust fumes. Accordingly, employees may be required to use protective clothing or gear such as masks, coats, goggles, gloves, or shields and to take other precautions as necessary to minimize risks of personal injury. Minimum Qualifications Eighth (8th) grade education and one (1) year of verifiable experience operating gasoline or diesel-powered equipment or vehicles. Must have successfully demonstrated competence operating vehicles and/or equipment associated with this classification as specified on the position announcement. For this specific position, "substitution will not be considered"

LICENSES REQUIRED:

Valid "Class B" or higher Commercial Driver License Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply. Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government. Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of safety precautions necessary in using powered construction and maintenance equipment. Knowledge of operating and maintaining heavy diesel and gasoline powered construction and maintenance equipment typically operated by this class. Experience in operating machinery and equipment near hazards, in relation to waste management. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations. Requests for ADA or other protected accommodations for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Full-time, Civil Service positions - 10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service) 1 Sick Day per month 12 Paid Holidays per year Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions - 20 vacation days per year 3 Personal days per year 1 Sick Day per month 12 paid holidays per year Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information. Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered. 01 Do you have an eighth grade education or higher? Yes No 02 Do you have one (1) year of experience operating gasoline or diesel-powered equipment or vehicles? Yes No 03 Do you currently have a Class B or higher Commercial Drivers License? Yes No 04 Briefly describe your experience in operating machinery and equipment near hazards in relation to waste management. If no experience, please type N/A. 05 Briefly indicate which operating vehicles and/or equipment that you have used. If no experience, please type N/A. Required Question Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County