Collection Equipment Operator I

Sacramento County; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Collection Equipment Operator I to join their team. In this role, you'll operate heavy-duty refuse collection vehicles, ensuring efficient delivery and unloading of refuse and recyclables. The position requires a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License and emphasizes safety, effective communication, and customer service. You'll be part of a team that values inclusivity and community enrichment, working in various conditions and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. If you're ready to make a difference in your community, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in waste management or operating commercial vehicles.
• Possession of a valid Class B CDL without Airbrake restriction.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy duty refuse collection vehicles and unload refuse.
• Maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public.

Skills

Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations

Basic arithmetic

Effective communication

Customer service skills

Heavy duty vehicle operation

Safety rules and regulations

Education

Valid Commercial Driver’s License Class B

Tools

Two-way radio communication devices

Computers and software applications

Job description

This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:

3/7/25, 4/4/25, 5/2/25, 6/6/25 (Final)

Under close supervision, the Collection Equipment Operator I operates heavy duty refuse collection vehicles, delivers containers, and unloads refuse and recyclables at designated facilities.

Knowledge of

• Applicable laws, rules and regulations related to refuse collection and disposal
• Procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as databases and other specialized applications related to area of assignment
• Two-way radio communication devices, and other related equipment.
• Basic arithmetic (i.e., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, percentages, ratios, and fractions)
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Proper methods of lifting and carrying heavy loads
• Procedures and policies pertaining to refuse and other source separated recyclable material collection and disposal
• Heavy duty vehicle and equipment operation
• Safety rules and regulations pertaining to refuse and other recyclable material collections and equipment operation
• Principles of effective customer service

Ability to

• Develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with co-workers and the public
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
• Effectively organize and prioritize work assignments
• Complete and submit department forms when required
• Keep accurate and orderly records
• Make arithmetical computations accurately and rapidly
• Maintain confidential information
• Read, understand, and adhere to County and department policies and procedures relating to area of assignment
• Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
• Apply customer service skills, including the identification of customer needs and follow up to ensure customer commitments have been met
• Adapt to new technologies, work processes, and equipment
• Anticipate traffic patterns and run routes efficiently
• Operate two, three and four-axle trucks including equipment with dual drive

Minimum Qualifications
One year of full time paid experience in the waste management and recycling field, or in operating commercial vehicles that require a Commercial Driver’s License, Class B, such as large bus, box truck, tow truck, cement mixer, dump truck, or garbage truck.
AND
Possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s License Class B, or higher, without an Airbrake restriction.
General Qualifications
Criminal History and Background Checks: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate’s ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained.
License Requirement: A valid California Driver License (CDL), Class B or higher without an Airbrake restriction, shall be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License, or comply with state and federal requirements for utilization, may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Physical Requirements: Positions in this class require the incumbents to be able to:

• Stand and walk on a daily basis.
• Sit for extended periods of time, while operating equipment.
• Occasionally bend, stop, squat, kneel, twist/turn or crouch.
• Climb on and off equipment.
• Occasionally lift objects weighing up to 75 pounds without assistance; in excess of 75 pounds with assistance.
• Occasionally tip, push or pull objects weighing up to 100 pounds without assistance; in excess of 100 pounds with assistance.
• Have sufficient, strength, stamina and agility to perform medium to heavy manual labor for periods of time.

Working Conditions: Positions in this class require the incumbent to:

• Work outside in all types of climatic conditions including inclement and very hot weather.
• Work around dust, dirt, odors, and refuse.
• Work in loud or noisy areas.
• Work around machinery and equipment with moving parts.
• Work in enclosed tight spaces.
• Work various shift, overtime, weekends, holidays and non-routine hours.

Probationary Period
The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months.Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Clickhere to apply.
County of Sacramento
Department of Personnel Services
Employment Services Division
700 H Street, Room 4667
Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone [phone]; 7-1-1 California Relay Service
[e-mail]
Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667
www.SacCountyJobs.net
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response.
FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%)

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination.
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