Heavy Equipment Operator / Landfill

Heavy Equipment Operator

Eligible newly hired candidates hired into a position requiring a CDL will receive an incremental hiring incentive upon satisfactory job performance after completion of 3, 6, and 12 months of service. Valid Driver's License: $1,500 one time hiring incentive to be paid in $500 increments (not added to base salary). This is a one-time incentive, and you will not be eligible for an additional incentive when you obtain your required CDL license. Class A or Class B CDL: $3,000 one time hiring incentive to be paid in $1,000 increments (not added to base salary). Continuation of this Recruitment/Hiring Incentive Program is subject to available funding and approval by the Manager.

REPORTS TO: Landfill Administrator FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt CLASSIFICATION: Personnel System; Requires satisfactory completion of a six month probationary period. PAY GRADE: 111 SAFETY SENSITIVE: Yes - CDL; Subject to random drug testing per the Athens-Clarke County Drug and Alcohol Ordinance.

The purpose of this job is to operate heavy equipment in support of landfill operations. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, operating bulldozers, compactors, loaders, earth-movers, and similar equipment, and performing additional tasks as assigned.

High school diploma or equivalent with one year of heavy equipment operator experience required; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position. Must possess a valid driver's license. Ability to obtain a Georgia Commercial Driver's License within six (6) months of date of hire. A Tanker Endorsement is preferred

The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Operates landfill trash compactors and other earth moving equipment to excavate and compact waste material deposited at the landfill. Operates a grinder and loader to recycle leaves and limbs. Operates a track hoe, articulated dump truck and front-end loader to load and move dirt; covers refuse with hauled dirt. Operates track hoe, back hoe and bull-dozers to construct roads, drainage ponds, ditches, dumping trenches, and dirt walls. Prepares newly cultivated areas for planting of vegetation. Assists in the daily operational checks of collection pumping and storage operation of landfill leachate. Operates semi/tractor-trailer to haul landfill leachate and refuse trailer. Assists in the achieving of grade for proper grade and compaction checks. Performs routine preventative maintenance checks and services on equipment, such as checking oil, water, hydraulic systems for leaks and proper fluid levels, etc. Visually inspects all loads of trash for prohibited wastes. Directs vehicle traffic by use of radios. Performs litter control. Operates tractors to haul fuel trailer and conduct bush hog operations. Operates a hook lift truck to haul rolloff containers with refuse and recycling to the proper disposal areas. Assists in inspecting landfill monitoring points and fences for security. Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the Solid Waste Department as they pertain to the performance of duties relating to the position of Heavy Equipment Operator. Knowledge of the terminology used within the department. Knowledge of forms such as fuel and oil logs, designs and blueprints. Knowledge and ability to operate bulldozers, compactors, grinders, graders, front-end loaders, scraper pans, tub grinders, tractor-trailers, and boom loaders. Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and other staff members. Ability to use independent judgment in routine and non-routine situations. Ability to handle required mathematical calculations. Ability to plan, organize and/or prioritize daily assignments and work activities. Ability to comprehend and apply regulations and procedures of the department.