Automated Refuse & Heavy Equipment Operator

Roanoke County, Virginia; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Roanoke County is seeking a skilled equipment operator to drive automated refuse trucks, knuckle boom, rear-loader, and dump trailers. This role includes maintaining safety for routes and performing routine vehicle inspections and minor repairs.

The position requires a high school diploma, considerable heavy-truck operation experience, and a valid Class B CDL with air brake endorsement and a clean driving record. Join our Solid Waste Division to help service Roanoke County residents.

Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in operating heavy-duty trucks and motorized equipment.
• Valid Class B Commercial driver's license with air brake endorsement and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operates an automated refuse collection unit, rear loader, knuckle boom, and single-stream dump trailers as required. Responsible for the safety of refuse collectors assigned to routes.
• Cleans, fuels, and maintains fluid levels of assigned vehicles or equipment.
• Services and makes minor repairs to equipment.
• Inspects assigned equipment twice daily (pre and post trip inspections) for signs of failure or potential failure and informs supervisor when needed repairs are such that cannot be done by the driver. Maintains written logs of two inspections.
• Reports containers needing service on refuse collection routes.
• Performs a variety of manual tasks, including duties of a Refuse Collector, when not operating motor equipment.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Vehicle inspection

Basic mechanical repair

Following instructions

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Roanoke County is seeking a skilled equipment operator to drive automated refuse trucks, knuckle boom, rear-loader, and dump trailers. This role includes maintaining safety for routes and performing routine vehicle inspections and minor repairs.

The position requires a high school diploma, considerable heavy-truck operation experience, and a valid Class B CDL with air brake endorsement and a clean driving record. Join our Solid Waste Division to help service Roanoke County residents.