Equipment Operator (Commercial - Front Loader)

To perform skilled work in driving and operating a waste collection vehicle with hydraulically operated forks used to pick up and empty dumpster containers.

Drives a waste collection vehicle over a designated route. Operates the vehicle in a high-risk environment in all weather conditions.
 
Operates the mechanical forks used to hoist and maneuver the dumpster containers, empty the container contents into the body of the vehicle, and return the dumpster container to its prescribed area.
 
Safely transports the load to the Transfer Station, unloads the contents onto the tipping floor, and prepares the vehicle/equipment for continuation of route. Operates the scale to obtain weight of garbage unloaded onto tipping floor.
 
Performs a daily pre-inspection and post-inspection of vehicle and equipment. Performs operator maintenance and cleans vehicle and equipment.
 
Performs waste screening at pickup point and reports uncollectibles and/or hazardous materials to the supervisor. Notifies supervisor of containers that are improperly loaded or need repair.
 
Uses the division's "Tag" system to enforce city ordinances and operating procedures pertaining to municipal solid waste collection and disposal. Gives an information or warning tag for non-conformance to standard.
 
Responds to request for information or complaints from the commercial customers within scope of authority and informs supervisor when needed.
 
Trains and instructs others on the proper operation of the collection vehicle and equipment.
 
Reports all accidents or injuries to the supervisor immediately. Completes reports as required.
 
Complies with safety rules, policies, and procedures.  Uses and wears personal protective equipment and clothing, and complies with safe working controls.
 
Maintains radio or other communications with the supervisor and/or office.
 
Makes special collections as assigned.
 
Serves on various employee or other committees as assigned.
 
Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in the Department and City attendance policies and procedures; ensures all behaviors comply with the City's Personnel Rules and Regulations; possesses and maintains a valid driver's license, if required, and comply with City of Killeen driving policy accordingly.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:
 
(A)  Graduation from high school or equivalent; and
(B)  One (1) year experience in driving and operating a solid waste collection vehicle; or
(C)   Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
 
(A)   Knowledge of equipment, methods and procedures used in solid waste collection activities;
(B)   Skill in operation of waste collection vehicle, listed tools and equipment;
(C)   Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time, often under adverse weather conditions;
(D)  Ability to work safely;
(E)  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors and the public;
(F)  Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
(G)  Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
 
Must have a valid Texas Class A or B CDL by date of hire. May be required to work nights.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
 
Motorized vehicles and equipment, including mechanical forks, trash compactor, air impact wrench, common hand tools, air jack and safety equipment.
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.  The employee regularly is required to stand, walk and sit.  The employee is required to hear and speak.
 
The employee must constantly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
 
This position is a safety sensitive position.
 
WORK ENVIRONMENT
 
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 
 
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions.  The employee
regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration.  The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals.
 
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
 
SELECTION GUIDELINES
 
Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.
 
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
 
The job 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 job change.