EQUIPMENT OPERATOR III

City-of-Houston,-T; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston Solid Waste Management division is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to operate a prentice loader, hydraulic gripper, and dump truck, performing pre/post-trip checks and transporting refuse to landfills.

This is an essential worker role with potential mandatory overtime, requiring CDL Class A, a high school diploma or GED, and 2 years of equipment experience. Applicants will complete records and daily reports, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in the operation of plant and automotive equipment required.
• Must have a valid CDL License Class A that complies with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2).
• Preference will be given to candidates with Class A CDL.

Responsibilities

• Operate the prentice loader hydraulic gripper assembly and truck, and use two-way radio and safety equipment.
• Transport refuse materials to and from landfills, transfer stations, and resource recovery facilities.
• Perform pre/post-trip maintenance and related vehicle checks (fluids, air pressures, washing).
• Prepare daily operation reports and records (loads, fuel, odometer).

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Class A

Rear Steer Loader

Overhead Crane

Backhoe

Tractor Trailer

Job description

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

DIVISION: SOLID WASTE MANAGE/ NORTH and SOUTH / OPERATIONS

WORKDAYS & HOURS: Shift work may include mandatory overtime, weekends, holidays and disaster recovery.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The purpose of the Solid Waste Management (SWM) is to provide solid waste services to the citizens of Houston through the collection, disposal, and recycling of discarded material in a manner that is safe, efficient, environmentally sound, and cost-effective.

This position is also considered an essential worker and frontline responder during disaster recovery efforts and may require mandatory overtime on scheduled workdays, weekends, holidays, and in response to disaster recovery efforts.

This individual will operate the prentice loader hydraulic gripper assembly and truck, two-way radio and safety equipment (i.e., fire extinguishers, road reflectors and personal safety equipment). Transport refuse materials to and from specified destinations, i.e., landfills, neighborhood depository sites, transfer stations, and resource recovery facilities.

Perform pre/post-trip maintenance and related vehicle checks and operator services, i.e., fluid levels, air pressures, washing vehicles, etc. Complete and submit records on check in time, number and tonnage of loads, amount of fuel used, and odometer readings. Prepare a daily report of operations.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items of up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces. There are routine exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution. The position may involve periodic exposure to chemical substances and physical trauma of a minor nature such as cuts, bruises and minor burns. Requires the ability to make fairly complex coordinated and sequenced motor movements in response to quickly changing external stimuli.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and simple mathematical functions like percentages, ratios, etc. as might normally be acquired through the attainment of a high school diploma or GED.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Two (2) years of experience in the operation of plant and automotive equipment are required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid CDL License Class A that complies with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2).

Preference will be given to candidates with Class A CDL.

Candidates with experience operating the following equipment are a plus: Rear Steer Loader Truck, Overhead Crane, Backhoe, Rear Actor, Cherry Picker, Back Actor and/or a Tractor Trailer preferred.

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

The selection process will involve application review and/or interview.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION

YES

This position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade: 13

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.