Sanitation Driver/Equipment Operator Trainee - Level III

Equipment Operator Positions

Equipment Operator Trainee - Starting at $15.75 per hour: The purpose of this classification is to drive or operate vehicles and other equipment where driving and maneuvering the vehicle constitutes the majority of the work required to complete tasks for solid waste removal. Equipment in this classification does not involve the operation of additional mechanisms other than those that are simple and routine requiring little extra dexterity and finesse. Classification is reserved for those positions where operation of included equipment is the primary function of the job.

Equipment Operator I - Starting at $17.75 per hour: The purpose of this classification is to drive or operate vehicles and other equipment where driving and maneuvering the vehicle constitutes the majority of the work required to complete tasks for solid waste removal. Equipment in this classification does not involve the operation of additional mechanisms other than those that are simple and routine requiring little extra dexterity and finesse. Classification is reserved for those positions where operation of included equipment is the primary function of the job.

Equipment Operator II - Starting at $19.44 per hour: The purpose of this classification is to drive and operate vehicles, tractors, and other equipment with specialized functions that involve the operation of mechanisms to complete solid waste removal tasks in addition to driving and maneuvering the vehicle. Equipment/vehicles in this classification have mechanisms that are somewhat complex to operate, requiring more dexterity and finesse. Equipment Operator II's operate larger vehicles requiring a higher level of skill than those at Equipment Operator I level to drive and maneuver in and around confined areas.

Equipment Operator III - Starting at $21.14 per hour: The purpose of this classification is to drive and operate Solid Waste vehicles and other equipment with specialized functions that involve the operation of complex mechanisms to complete tasks in addition to driving and maneuvering the vehicle. Equipment in this classification is automated, requiring a high level of skill, dexterity, and finesse. Classification is reserved for those positions where operation of included equipment is the primary function of the job.

Selected candidate will be required to complete an assessment. COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES: Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, utility companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems. Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals. Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction. Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters. Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with Supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Basic knowledge of tools, methods, and materials used in general Solid Waste work. Ability to pickup various types of debris, garbage carts and recycle bins. Demonstrates ability to drive and operate the dumpster delivery truck. Demonstrates ability to operate the rollout cart delivery truck. Demonstrates ability to correctly operate the cart tipper of the Solid Waste truck in order to service garbage and recycling carts. Demonstrates the ability to operate the packing blades, sweep handles and hopper control levers of the Solid Waste truck. Demonstrates the skill and ability to use assigned equipment once trained. Demonstrates ability to manually service recycling bins, boxes, and other unspecified commodities. Demonstrates ability to adhere to all safe working practices. Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods as required by work assignments, and in occasionally adverse weather conditions. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to effectively interact with supervisors, co-workers, other departments, the public, and outside agencies in a courteous manner.