Equipment Operator-Bulk Waste 2nd Shift

Louisville Metro Government; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisville Metro Government is seeking a 2nd shift worker (Wednesday-Sunday, 9A-5P) to perform manual labor and operate a variety of heavy equipment including trucks, snow plows, and spreaders. The role requires a valid Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement or ability to obtain within three months, and a minimum one year of heavy equipment experience.

OT and outdoor conditions are expected. Applicants must meet DOT testing requirements and OSHA safety rules, and must be on a 24-hour call with a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or the equivalent is required.
• One year of heavy equipment operation experience (garbage packer truck, haul truck, wood-chipper, water truck or similar).
• Must wear safety equipment as mandated by OSHA and pass pre-employment tests.

Responsibilities

• Performs manual labor as part of daily operations.
• Operates light, medium and heavy vehicles, power tools and other equipment.
• Works outdoors and handles equipment such as snow plows and salt/brine spreaders.
• Maintains regular attendance and can be on 24 hour call.

Skills

Manual labor capability

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement

Job description

2nd Shift: Wednesday-Sunday 9A-5P

Essential Functions

• Performs manual labor
• Operates light, medium and heavy vehicles, power tools, trucks, snow plows, salt and brine spreaders, grass cutting and other equipment

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work
• Spends prolonged periods of time sitting, standing, walking, carrying, stooping and climbing
• Lifts and carries items weighing up to 100 pounds in a team setting
• Spends prolonged periods of time exposed to the elements

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or the equivalent
• One year of garbage packer truck, haul truck, wood-chipper, water truck or other heavy equipment operation experience

Other Minimums

• Must submit to and pass pre-employment and random alcohol and drug tests as mandated by the Department of Transportation
• Must wear safety equipment as mandated by OSHA
• Must be on 24 hour call
• Must work a varied schedule

Equivalency

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted

Special Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tanker endorsement or obtain within three months of employment

• Pay Progression:
  • Step 1:$24.27/hour – 0-3 Months
  • Step 2:$25.26/hour - 3-6 Months
  • Step 3:$25.96/hour – 6+ Months
• Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement:$1.15 per hour

EOE