Equipment Operator II (Solid Waste Department)



Job Details

Equipment Operator II (Solid Waste Department)
Employer

Do not Read/Update/Delete Automation Agency - LMS

Salary

$17.03 - $24.69 Hourly

Location

Scottsdale, CA

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

FY1718-00240

Dpt

PUBLIC WORKS

Div

BRUSH SERVICES-RES

Opening Date

12/28/2017

Closing Date

Continuous

Introduction

*** This position is open until filled. First review of applications will be the week of January 8, 2018. ***

About the position:
Operates a large sanitation truck picking up brush and other uncontained debris on a solid waste route. Assists and directs assigned co-workers in loading material into truck.

Selection Process
Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process to include a panel interview and an assessment exercise.  Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:

  • Fingerprinting
  • Criminal Background screening for the past 7 years
  • DOT drug screen
  • 39 month Motor Vehicle Department record check

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

  • A high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent.
  • Six months of experience operating sanitation, heavy truck, and/or construction equipment.
Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements
  • Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted Arizona driver's license with no major citations within the past 39 months prior to the start date.
  • Must possess at time of hire/promotion a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake endorsement and will be subject to unannounced alcohol and drug testing as required by law.
  • Must be qualified on the rear end loader through Solid Waste Services.
Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on department/section assignment.
 

Essential Functions

Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following tasks:

  • Operates large, rear-loading packer truck manually collecting brush and other debris on established routes.
  • Drives load of packed material to landfill for disposal.
  • Directs the work of Equipment Operator I in feeding material into hopper of rear-loading packer truck.
  • Assures that safe working practices and rules are followed.
  • Provides quality control by cleaning alleys and streets after brush is collected.
  • Assists citizens and customers with service issues and concerns as needed.
  • Provides educational information to customers verbally and through dissemination of printed materials.
  • Records number of loads and tonnage.
  • Keeps time and activity records.
  • Maintains and updates Safety Data Sheet in compliance with OSHA standards.
  • Completes CDL pre-flight safety inspection on vehicles at the beginning and end of the work day.
  • Reports any route, equipment, or operational problems to manager daily.
  • Trains Equipment Operator I on operation of equipment and assigned routes.
  • Serves as a relief driver for a variety of Sold Waste routes.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position or that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Sit for extended periods of time while driving a large solid waste truck maintaining constant vigilance to the surrounding area.
  • Reach overhead, bend, and stoop repeatedly; climb up and down ladders; work in rough, uneven alleys.
  • Lift up to 60 pounds on a continuous basis.
  • Visual, muscular, and manual dexterity in order to service equipment; use a rake, shovel, pitchfork, and/or broom; perform manual labor on an on-going basis: to operate equipment, two-way radio, common hand tools (such as hammer, saw, screwdriver, etc.), and computer.
  • Work with paints, deodorizers, cleansers, or similar solutions.
  • Seldom sedentary and includes walking or moving, pushing, bending, stooping, lifting, and reaching; sometimes involves climbing elevations.
  • Exposure to dust, grease, noise, inclement weather, temperature extremes, and unpleasant odors.
  • Removal of dead animals from City right-of-way and streets.
  • Operate trucks and equipment skillfully and safely.
  • Travel to/from meetings and various City locations.
  • Work holidays, weekends, and special events as needed.

The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time.

To view the entire job description click here.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation.  Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491.

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.

Full-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance.  For a more detailed overview of the employee benefits, click here.

Part-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.

01
Do you have a valid, unrestricted driver's license with no major driving citations in the last 39 months?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Do you have six months of experience operating sanitation, heavy truck, and/or construction equipment? Note: This experience must be listed in your job application.
  • Yes
  • No
03
Do you currently possess an unrestricted valid Class "A" Commercial Driver's License? Note: This license must be listed in your job application under 'Licenses and Certifications'.
  • Yes
  • No
04
Have you been qualified on a Rear Loader vehicle?
  • Yes
  • No
05
This position requires working weekends, holidays, mandatory overtime and special events as needed. Are you willing to work this schedule?
  • Yes
  • No

* Required Question

Employer
Do not Read/Update/Delete Automation Agency - LMS
Address
9191 E. San Salvador Dr.

Scottsdale, California, A1A 1A1
Phone
(480) 312-2491

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