Equipment Operator II

Prince George's County Public Schools; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Prince George's County Department of the Environment is seeking an Equipment Operator II in Upper Marlboro, MD. You will operate refuse collection vehicles, supervise laborers, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance in daily operations.

Requirements include one year as Equipment Operator I, a high school diploma or GED, two years’ power equipment experience, and a valid CDL with endorsements. DOT medical exam and 24-hour emergency response ability are expected.

Qualifications

• One year as Equipment Operator I with Prince George's County Government.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two years of experience operating light to heavy power equipment.
• Valid Class A/B CDL with endorsements required upon appointment.
• DOT medical exam completed.
• Willingness to respond to emergency service calls (24-hour basis).

Responsibilities

• Operates light to heavy refuse collection equipment as assigned.
• Complies with local and State motor vehicle laws and regulations.
• Maintains a Class B CDL with air brake endorsement.
• Performs daily pre- and post-trip inspections and routine maintenance.
• Supervises Laborer I/II as needed and ensures safety practices.

Skills

Safety awareness

Vehicle inspection

Emergency response

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CDL with endorsements

Job description

Nature and Variety of Work

Come join our team!

Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.

The Prince George’s County Department of the Environment is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill an Equipment Operator II, grade A15 position, in the Sustainable Waste Management/Bulky Section.

About The Position

Incumbent of this position operates light and heavy refuse collection vehicles including 29-cubic yard packer trash trucks, roll‑off vehicles and open body collection vehicles and is responsible for daily supervision and operational direction of Laborer(s) I/II assigned to the vehicle. Work is performed under general supervision of the Crew Supervisor II and is periodically inspected for efficiency of operation, supervision of the assigned work crew and adherence to good safety practices and procedures. This position is designated “essential” in accordance with DoE Instruction 110.4.

About The Agency

The Department of the Environment works for a healthy, beautiful, and sustainable County through programs that provide clean water, flood control, recycling and waste management, litter prevention, sustainable animal management, and pet adoption in partnership with residents and other stakeholders.

Some of our core services include providing clean water services (Stormwater Management Division); flooding prevention for buildings and structures (Flood Management and Environmental Resilience Division and Stormwater Management Division); collecting, processing, and diverting waste from the County-operated landfill, commercial facilities, and households (Sustainable Waste Management Division); providing sustainability services to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (Flood Management and Environmental Resilience Division); and facilitating pet adoptions, managing an animal holding facility, issuing pet licenses, investigating cruelty complaints, and conducting humane outreach and education events (Animal Services Division).

Examples of Work

• Operates all light to heavy refuse collection equipment, as assigned by crew supervisor, to support daily and long-term refuse collection activities.
• Complies with all local and State motor vehicle laws and Departmental regulations pertaining to operation of vehicles and equipment and red light, speeding and accident State/County violations.
• Maintains a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake endorsement.
• Adheres to All Agency & County anti-scavenging policies.
• Maintains Daily Pre-Post Trip Inspection Book for assigned vehicles as required by Federal Law 49 CFR 396.11 & 396.13.
• Documents pickups by using Cell Phone to email pictures to keep supervisor informed of any issues or problems and leaving doorhangers for residents documenting issues with pickups.
• Responsible for documentation and safe operations of the assigned Laborer I/II in the collection and disposal of residential bulky solid waste.
• Performs daily pre-trip/post-trip inspections and manufacturer's daily maintenance checklist procedures including, but not limited to grease, tire air pressure, engine fluid, hydraulic fluid levels and fuel quantity.
• Adjusts fluid levels to meet operational standards.
• Cleans assigned vehicle daily.
• Participates in the training of subordinate equipment operators and laborers as required.
• Willingly and cooperatively performs tasks and duties, which may not be specifically listed in the position description but are within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's class of work.

Qualifications

• One (1) year as an Equipment Operator I with Prince George's County Government.

OR

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Two (2) years of experience operating light to heavy power equipment.
• A valid Class A, Class B, or equivalent commercial driver's license (CDL) with mandatory endorsements is required upon appointment in order to perform job-related duties and responsibilities.
• Successfully complete equipment/vehicle performance testing for equipment/vehicles associated with this class of work.
• Department of Transportation (DOT) medical exam.
• Must be willing to respond to emergency service calls on a 24-hour basis.

EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION

Additional Information

Salary Range Transparency

The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the anticipated offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Tentative Interview Dates

October 21, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location

3500 Brown Station Rd, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

Conditions of Employment

• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.

Eligibility to Work

Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.

INTERNAL APPLICANTS

If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.

Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

General Plan Information

The Prince George’s County benefits plan year is from January 1 to December 31.

A spouse (to include a same sex spouse) can be added to the health benefit plans. A marriage certificate and social security number is required to add a spouse.

Children under the age of 26 are eligible for coverage under the health benefit plans. This includes stepchildren and children of the same-sex spouse. A birth certificate(s) and social security number(s) is required to add a child(ren). If you are only adding the stepchildren or child(ren) of a same-sex spouse, you will need to submit a marriage certificate. You will also need to submit the birth certificate of the child(ren) and your spouse must be listed as a parent.

The premiums for health benefits are deducted on a pre-tax basis with the exception of Long-Term Disability, Extra Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits (Short-Term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Cancer Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity Protection, Accident Indemnity Plan, Supplemental Dental and Group Legal Services).

New employees must enroll in the County’s health benefit plans within thirty (30) days of the hire date.

The effective date of the health benefits coverage is the beginning of the month following a waiting period of forty-five (45) days from the date of hire.

After enrolling in the County’s benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the year, due to a family status change (i.e., marriage, births, divorce and adoption).

Employee Benefits

Prince George’s County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:

• Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage (part time employees are eligible for medical insurance if they work 15 + hours, per week)
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Dependent Care Assistance Program
  • Health Care Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick)
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Retirement Benefits
  • Defined Benefit Pension Plan
    • Employer Contribution Rate-11.71%
  • Supplemental Pension Plan
    • Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48%
  • 457(b)
  • 403(b)
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Benefits
  • Critical Illness
  • Whole Life Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Legal Services

For additional details, please visit: https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/human-resources-management/employees/benefits