Equipment Operator 1 at OC Recycling and Solid Waste

Outagamie County; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision with HSA/FSA

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Continuing education

Job summary

Outagamie County is seeking an Equipment Operator I to support Solid Waste and Resource Recovery Operations. The role involves operating roll off trucks and various site equipment, performing routine maintenance, and collecting records for each project.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with apprenticeship-level equipment experience. CDL Class B with N endorsement is preferred within one year, and on-site training is provided. This is a full-time, on-site role with benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate from high school or G.E.D.
• Equipment Operator I with general labor skills and apprentice level experience operating light duty equipment.
• Employment contingent upon pre-employment screenings (background check, drug screen, audiogram).
• Within one year, CDL Class B with endorsement N preferred but not required; on-site training provided.

Responsibilities

• Operates roll off truck.
• Operates other equipment at various locations on site for landfill diversion or resource recovery.
• Receives basic equipment training on various landfill equipment.
• Performs hand work using tools such as shovels, rakes, brooms.
• Picks up litter and debris independently or with a crew.
• Maintains, cleans, and washes equipment, vehicles, and facilities.
• Performs routine maintenance and reports mechanical issues to staff.
• Completes time/location/equipment records for each project.
• Performs daily pre-trip inspections and basic maintenance on equipment.
• Assists in installation and maintenance of landfill gas collection system.

Skills

General labor

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL Class B (preferred)

Tools

Roll off truck operation

Pre-trip inspections

Equipment maintenance

Job description

Outagamie County Recycling and Solid Waste is looking for you!

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Outagamie County Recycling and Solid Waste

Reporting to the Solid Waste Operations Supervisor, the Equipment Operator I (Solid Waste) performs generalized labor skills and provides light and/or heavy equipment operational support involving Solid Waste and Resource Recovery Operations.

Hours:

Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

Saturday Rotation: Approximately one Saturday per month, 7:00 AM–1:00 PM

Outagamie County Offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Health, Dental, Vision options with an Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account.
• Life Insurance
• Short term and Long term Disability
• Vacation, Comp Time, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays
• Continuing Education
• Retirement Options:
• Deferred Comp (Public Sector Retirement Savings Plan)
• Wisconsin Retirement System (retirement plan which the county pays a portion and employee pays a portion) **8th Largest Pension Fund in the U.S./25th Largest Public or Private Pension in the world!

Learn more today by visiting: https://www.outagamie.gov/Our-County/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits-Information

The following duties are most critical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Operates roll off truck.
• Operates other equipment at various locations on site in support of landfill diversion or other resource recovery programs.
• Receives basic equipment training on landfill haul trucks, sweepers, tractor/mowers, loaders, dozers, landfill compaction equipment, excavators, shredders, backhoes, etc.
• Performs hand work using a variety of hand tools such as shovels, rakes, brooms etc.
• Picks up litter and debris; works independently or with a work crew.
• Maintains, cleans, and washes equipment, vehicles, and facilities.
• Services; changes oil, grease, and fuel; and makes minor repairs and adjustments to equipment, works with the mechanics as necessary.
• Completes and submits records of time, location, materials, and equipment used on each project.
• Performs daily pre-trip inspections and routine, preventive maintenance services on equipment.
• Performs minor equipment repairs and reports mechanical issues to appropriate staff.
• Installs daily spray on or other alternative landfill cover systems.
• Operates equipment at transfer station, loads transfer trucks.
• Assists in the installation and maintenance of the landfill gas collection system.
• Receives training in operating refuse compactors and bulldozers by spreading and compacting refuse.
• Receives training in spreading landfill covers, maintaining landfill slopes and surface areas with track type equipment.
• Receives training on loaders, balers, forklifts, conveyor and other ancillary equipment in the single stream recycling facility.
• Performs spotter or traffic control as needed.
• Performs miscellaneous facility and grounds upkeep and maintenance.

• Graduate from high school or G.E.D.
• Equipment Operator I, sound general labor skills and apprentice level experience in the operation of light duty equipment.
• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of all required pre-employment screenings, which may include a background check, drug screening, audiogram, and any other job-related evaluations required by the County.
• Within one year of employment valid State of Wisconsin Commercial Driver's License Class B with endorsement N (Tanker) is preferred but not required. As well as the ability to legally operate Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMV's) with Air Brakes. On-site training provided.

• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to harmonize and align with the mission/vision/purpose/core values/goals of the Department and comply with all policies, and procedures of the Outagamie County Work Rules and Terms of Employment.
• Demonstrated ability to comply with appropriate safety regulations.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English and understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to work semi-independently making sound decisions using good judgment.
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy when dealing with co-workers, county officials and officers, general public, etc.
• Demonstrated reliability in attendance and flexibility to work hours, especially in adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to organize and maintain accurate and complete records, and prepare clear and comprehensive reports
• Knowledge of and ability to operate and service trucks, tractors, and light equipment.
• Knowledge of traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations involved in equipment operation.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions, and cope with distracting vibrations, fumes, dust, etc.
• Ability to read gauges, dials, etc.
• Ability to budget time and schedule work to efficiently complete tasks.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and figure simple mathematical calculations.
• Ability to organize and schedule work effectively and cooperatively with co-workers.
• Ability to walk, bend, stoop, lift, carry; push, pull, and otherwise move objects up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally, understanding and utilizing proper body mechanics.

Essential Physical Demands

1. Stand/walk
2. Sit (driving/operating equipment)
3. Lift/carry up to 100 lbs. floor to 3'7\" (3'7\" height of pickup truck bed)
4. Push/pull
5. Climbing (on/off equipment)
6. Stooping
7. Kneeling
8. Bending
9. Crawling
10. Reaching: high/low level
11. Finger movement-repetitive
12. Repetitive twisting/pressure with wrist or hands
13. Both hands required
14. Both legs required
15. Ability to communicate verbally
16. Visual requirements for operator moving machinery/vehicles