Driver-Equipment Operator

City of West University Place; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston is seeking a Drivers/Equipment Operator for solid waste operations. You will drive heavy equipment, perform routine maintenance, and support customer service efforts on assigned routes.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED and 2 years of experience operating heavy machinery, with a valid CDL and Texas driver’s license. Safety training and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of experience operating heavy machinery.
• Strong attention to safety and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair vehicles and equipment as needed.
• Operate light to heavy equipment on assigned routes.
• Provide customer service and report/documentation for operations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Customer service

Record keeping

Reading manuals

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

CLAS SUMMARY

Drivers/Equipment Operators perform maintenance and/or operational activities in assigned area of responsibility. Typical duties may include: driving heavy equipment (including trash and recycling vehicles and the street sweeper); preparing routine reports; providing customer service; performing skilled repairs to equipment and/or other related items; troubleshooting systems; identifying potential areas of operational concern; and/or, performing other related activities.

TYPICAL CLASS ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Inspects, maintains, and performs skilled repairs on vehicles and equipment; work may involve identifying and troubleshooting applicable systems and equipment; and ensuring compliance with applicable policies and procedures
• Operates light, medium, and heavy equipment, machines, and vehicles, heavy duty excavators, jet trucks, street sweeper vehicles, and/or sludge press machines; inspects equipment and machines for operational functionality
• Provides customer service by providing assistance and information to the public, vendors, and other internal/external departments or agencies, to facilitate events or operations related to assigned area of function
• Prepares, maintains, updates, and/or forwards records, reports, logs, bills, check lists, service orders, and other documentation; and maintains and/or updates databases and online systems, to ensure timely and accurate documentation, and ensure compliance with applicable policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level

This job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

FUNCTIONAL SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Positions assigned to Solid Waste may be responsible for:

• Collecting and transporting solid waste and recyclables by driving on assigned routes.
• Maintaining and inspecting vehicles and equipment.
• Training contract laborers.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED and 2 years of experience related to operating heavy machinery; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• Valid Texas driver's license

KNOWLEDGE

• Applicable tools and equipment related to assigned area of operation;
• Applicable principles, policies, and procedures related to assigned area of responsibility;
• Water collection and distribution system maintenance techniques and methods;
• Maintenance principles related to traffic signs and signals;
• Occupational hazards and safe work methods;
• Basic mathematics;
• General maintenance principles, methods, and techniques;
• Applicable Federal, State, and City laws and regulations

SKILLS

• Performing skilled labor and maintenance in assigned area of responsibility;
• Operating applicable tools, equipment, and machinery;
• Installing, repairing, and replacing water pipes, valves, service lines, water meters, traffic signals, and fire hydrants;
• Preparing and maintaining basic records;
• Reading and comprehending manuals, specifications, drawings, and blueprints;
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, and others sufficient to exchange or convey information.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of forces constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be exposed to hazardous physical conditions, such as, mechanical parts, electrical currents, and vibrations; atmospheric conditions, such as fumes, odors, gases, and poor ventilation; hazardous materials, such as chemicals, blood, and other bodily fluids; extreme temperatures; inadequate lighting; work space-related movement restrictions; intense noise; and other environmental conditions, such as, challenging behaviors, imminent danger, and threatening environments; incumbents may also be expected to travel.

In order to be hired, applicants will need to pass a background check, a drug screen, physical exam, and a reference check.