Heavy Equipment Operator III – Solid Waste

1314 Avenue K Lubbock, Texas, 79401
  • - $43,638 per year
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  • Full Time
  • 12/10/2024

Summary
Operates and services the heavier types of construction equipment such as Compactor, Dozer, Excavator, Motor Grader, Tub Grinder, Loaders, Scrapers, Articulated Dump Trucks, Roll-Off Trucks, and other equipment as needed. This position assists in the daily operations of the City Landfill.

Essential Functions

  • Operate Compactor, Dozer, Excavator, Motor Grader, Tub Grinder, Loaders, Scrapers, Articulated
  • Dump Trucks, Roll-Off Trucks, and other equipment as needed.
  • Maintain and service equipment and trucks;
  • Operate mechanical attachments and equipment on vehicles;
  • 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, 2 year of progressive experience on any of the required equipment listed on this job description; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:

Solid Waste Disposal:
Commercial Driver License (CDL)
TCEQ MSW Screening Certification within one year of hire
Prefer TCEQ MSW A Operator License
Prefer HAZWOPER

Solid Waste:
Texas Commercial Class B or Class A Driver’s License

Physical Exam Required

Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:

  • Operation and maintenance of heavy motorized equipment typically used in operations of a Landfill
  • TCEQ MSW Rules, Site Operating Plan and TCEQ MSW Permit

Ability to:

  • Operate heavy equipment skillfully and safely in the operations of a Landfill;
  • Perform maintenance and service work on trucks and heavy equipment;
  • Make field repairs;
  • Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

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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