Waste & Recycling Equipment Operator II (May underfill to Level I)

City of Salt Lake City • Full-time • Salt Lake City, Utah, United States • 1w ago

Position Title:
Waste & Recycling Equipment Operator II (May underfill to Level I)
Job Description:
Join Salt Lake City's Waste & Recycling team! Dedicated to providing convenient, accessible, and outstanding weekly refuse collection services for over 43,000 residents and customers.
Incumbents in this position may work non-traditional hours and varying work schedules such as holidays.

About the Position:

Under the direction of a Supervisor or a Lead Operator, incumbent will typically operate a refuse collection truck using an automated side loader (ASL) to collect waste, recycling or yard waste from containers placed at the curbs of Salt Lake City homes and other locations throughout the City. Incumbent may also be assigned to operate other equipment such as a flatbed stake truck, 10-wheeler dump truck or front end loader, as needed to support other City functions. Typical work hours are Monday - Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, mostly within the comfort of an air-conditioned/heated cab. Route or program assignment can change based on operational need.

About the Team:

The Waste & Recycling Team is dedicated to providing outstanding refuse service in a responsible and efficient manner. We foster a safe and positive work environment for our employees, and are devoted to ensuring a healthy, sustainable future for Salt Lake City.

Position Salary Range:

Level II: $22.06 - $29.05/hr

Level I: $19.57 - $25.78/hr

Key Responsibilities:

Under close supervision, receives training in the operation of low to high complexity equipment used in the Waste & Recycling Division.
Operate an automated ASL refuse collection or a rear load refuse collection truck. Receive daily route and complete assigned area each day. For any accounts approved for Yard Service, enter assigned resident's yard and pushes refuse container to curb, empties container and returns it to the resident's yard.
Operate a 10-wheeler, leaf truck, or perform the duties of labor flaggers on job site.
Operate a wheel loader or front-end loader to load debris into a 10-wheeler and rear load.
Operate a flatbed stake truck to deliver, remove or repair waste containers.
Collect material from the neighborhood special bulk item collection program.
Performs activities operating a full range of light equipment and various hand-powered tools as required. Frequently assists other work areas with assignments, equipment operation and operational needs.
Evaluates and documents the operating condition of and performs routine maintenance on assigned equipment prior to its use. Troubleshoots and makes minor repairs in the yard or on the job site and refers major repairs to management.
Completes routine forms, i.e. equipment log books, equipment check sheets, weight tickets, repair tickets, load reports, daily work sheets, and landfill trip response timesheets. Cleans trucks on assigned schedule, or as needed to maintain effective operation.
Communicates progress, problems, and other issues to Senior and Lead Equipment Operators as needed.
Responds to citizen's special needs and complaints.
May assist Streets and Transportation Divisions by reporting damaged roads and missing or damaged traffic signals and signs.
Ensures flagging procedures are followed.
Participates in the delivery, set-up or clean-up of special project.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Level II:

High School diploma or equivalent.
Three years paid experience as an equipment operator.
Extensive knowledge of preventative maintenance required for the equipment which will be operated and the ability to detect the need for, as well as make, minor repairs or adjustments on tools or equipment.
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B and may be required to obtain additional endorsements as necessary.
Ability to demonstrate proficient operations of multiple types of heavy equipment relevant to the Waste & Recycling Division, including but not limited to and ASL, REL and/or a wheel loader.
May be required to possess a Flagger Certification or have the ability to obtain within time specified by supervisor.
Required to push, pull or lift weights up to 75 pounds.
Ability to meet visual demands required to operate equipment, read street signs and markings, instructions, and safety rules.
Ability to write and perform arithmetic calculations to compute tonnage, mileage, or time.
Ability to relate well with co-workers, supervisors and the general public in varying circumstances.

Level I:

High School diploma or equivalent.
Extensive knowledge of preventative maintenance required for the equipment which will be operated and the ability to detect the need for, as well as make, minor repairs or adjustments on tools or equipment.
Utah Driver License with the ability to obtain a Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class B, within 60 days from employment start date.
May be required to possess a Flagger Certification or have the ability to obtain within time specified by supervisor.
Required to push, pull or lift weights up to 75 pounds.
Ability to meet visual demands required to operate equipment, read street signs and markings, instructions, and safety rules.
Ability to write and perform arithmetic calculations to compute tonnage, mileage, or time.
Ability to relate well with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public in varying circumstances.

Working Conditions:

Moderate-to-heavy physical activity. Required to push, pull or lift weights up to 75 pounds. Uncomfortable working positions, must sit, stand, or walk for extended periods of time.
Constant exposure to disagreeable elements such an extreme heat and cold, dampness, fumes, noise, dust, airborne particles, and grease. Also exposure to vehicular traffi c while working in the public roadway. Exposure to herbicides which may pose health, environmental and/or occupational hazards if improperly handled. Potential exposure to toxic or waste materials, infectious rodents and insects.
Frequent exposure to stressful situations because of human behavior and demands of the job.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.
All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time

DEPARTMENT

Sustainability

Full Time/Part Time:
Full time
Scheduled Hours:
40

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