Equipment Operator - Solid Waste

City of Prescott; Prescott (AZ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health services

Health coaching

Paid time off

10 holidays & floating holiday

Pension plan

Job summary

City of Prescott is seeking an Equipment Operator for the Solid Waste Division in the Public Works Department. You will operate automated refuse collection trucks, backhoes, loaders, and a crane to support the transfer station operations.

The role requires a high school diploma, CDL Class B, and prior heavy equipment experience. Overtime, night, weekend, and holiday work may be required; benefits include health and pension programs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior heavy or motorized equipment operator experience preferred.
• Experience driving side-load and front-load refuse collection equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate assigned vehicles and refuse collection equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and basic repairs.
• Conduct daily DOT pre-trip/post-trip inspections.
• Maintain and clean equipment and containers.
• Assist with transfer station and yard maintenance per regulations.
• Support event setup and cleanup.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Vehicle operation knowledge

Equipment maintenance

Pre-trip inspections

Customer service

English communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL Class B

Job description

ANNOUNCEMENT OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Equipment Operator - Solid Waste Division

Public Works Department

Hiring Range: $23.46 to $29.32

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Grade: 107

Full Pay Range: $23.46 to $35.19

Deadline to Apply: 08/30/2026

Benefits Summary

Major Benefits for Full-Time Regular Employees:

• A diverse range of complimentary mental health and wellness services is available, including an Employee Assistance Program, a free subscription to Calm, and health coaching
• Paid time off up to 25 days in first year of employment
• 10 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per year
• Free employee only coverage for medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• Pension and long-term disability through Arizona State Retirement System, click here for more details
• Supplemental benefits such as deferred compensation plans and additional life insurance

Position Summary

Under general supervision operates a motor vehicle and other equipment which may include an automated side-load refuse collection vehicle, an automated front-load refuse collection vehicle, a roll off refuse collection vehicle, a backhoe, an articulated loader, and a stationary boom crane to support solid waste activities at the City's transfer station.

Essential Duties

• Operates a motor vehicle and other equipment which may include an automated side-load refuse collection vehicle, an automated front-load refuse collection vehicle, a roll-off refuse collection vehicle, a backhoe, an articulated loader, and a stationary boom crane
• Perform routine maintenance and repair for vehicles and equipment used during the course of business
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip DOT inspection check for assigned vehicles and equipment
• Perform basic maintenance on equipment including greasing key components, washing and cleaning interior and exterior of vehicles, and cleaning air filter and radiator
• Perform maintenance of refuse collection containers on assigned routes
• Perform daily/weekly maintenance of the Transfer Station and yard in conformance with ADEQ and EPA regulations
• Assist in the setup, preparation, and cleanup of special events.
• Perform other tasks as needed

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

High School diploma or equivalent required. Prior heavy or motorized equipment operator experience is preferred. Experience driving side-load and front-load refuse collection equipment preferred; Or any equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

Licensing, Certification, and Other Requirements

Possess, at minimum, a valid Class B Arizona Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or greater in good standing and be issued by the Arizona Motor Vehicle Division of Arizona Department of Transportation prior to start date of employment. A clean driving record is required. This position must be available to work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Employee Core Beliefs

City of Prescott employees should seek to uphold the City's core beliefs throughout their day-to-day business and with every customer they come in contact with, both internal and external. Our core beliefs are: Acting with Integrity, Working as a Team, Being Accountable, Practicing Innovative Problem Solving, Take Pride in Excellent Results, Focusing on Our Community and Being Nice.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities

• Knowledge of operation of side-load, front-load, and roll-off refuse collection vehicles
• Knowledge of operation of backhoe, articulated loaders, and stationary boom crane
• Skill in basic vehicle maintenance
• Skill in following oral and written instructions
• Skill in safely operating miscellaneous construction equipment
• Skill in utilizing customer service techniques when responding to inquiries and complaints

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Sufficient to effectively and safely operate required vehicles and equipment necessary in performance of required duties
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and 75 pounds with assistance
• Must be able to see clearly, with correction if necessary, during both day and evening hours and in potentially adverse weather conditions and sufficient to effectively and safely operate required vehicles; read street/road signs, maps, and handwritten/typewritten material and perform required duties
• Sufficient to clearly, concisely and effectively communicate (reading, writing, speaking) in person and over the telephone and radio in English; bilingual skills beneficial

Successful candidate will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:

• Drug screening
• Motor vehicle records check
• Criminal background screening

City of Prescott Contact Information

201 N. Montezuma Street, Suite 207

Prescott, AZ 86301

Email: [e-mail]

Website: www.prescott-az.gov

Phone: [phone] / Fax: [phone]

When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the selection process. In accordance with A.R.S. 23 - 493, this position has been identified as "Safety Sensitive". The City of Prescott is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.