FT - Equipment Operator I - Operations - Refuse Division

Ogden City Economic Development Division; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 49,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Ogden City Economic Development Division is seeking an Equipment Operator I for the Refuse division. The role supports refuse and recycling collection, disposal, and the Green Waste site, under supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor or Crew Leader.

Candidate will operate multiple maintenance machines, perform preventive maintenance, and assist with safety and risk management. Availability for on-call emergencies is required.

Qualifications

• At least two years of general maintenance experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Class A Utah CDL within 150 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Operate refuse trucks, dump trucks, front-end loader, skid steer and other equipment as needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Direct and control traffic around work sites.
• Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner and provide information.
• Perform snow removal and ice control duties as required.
• Be available after hours for emergencies.

Skills

Heavy manual labor

Equipment operation

Safety practices

Written communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CDL Class A license

NIMS IS100/IS200/IS700/IS800

Job description

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I - OPERATIONS

Department

Public Services

Division

Refuse

Pay Grade

GRADE 125 $48,959.85 - $70,991.78 Annual Salary, ($23.54 - $34.13 Hourly Rate)

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt, Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly, & Eligible for Benefits

GENERAL PURPOSE

This position assists in performing semi-skilled and unskilled labor responsible for refuse/recycling collection and disposal, and the Green Waste site. Participate in all work activities, as well as performing a variety of technical tasks related to the assigned area of responsibility. Receives direct supervision from the Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Crew Leader.

Essential Job Functions

• Operate construction and maintenance equipment and power tools such as refuse trucks, dump trucks, front-end loader, skid steer, log splitter, chainsaw, weed-eater, pressure washer compressors, or any equipment used in the Refuse Department as needed.
• Maintain hand tools and assigned equipment; perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Direct and control traffic around work sites.
• Utilize proper safety precautions related to all work performed.
• Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner and provide information within the area of assignment.
• Resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
• Perform snow removal and ice control duties as required.
• Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
• Willing to accept duty as the Division's stand‑by person for a one-week period and respond to emergency calls 24 hours a day during this period.
• Participate in safety and risk management activities; take action to reduce liability to the city.
• Attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this position. Employees are required to work as a team and frequently meet with co-workers and supervisors; employees are required to communicate in-person with the public during office hours and after when on call; and employees are required to use on-site equipment.
• Full range of duties as assigned including the operation of various maintenance machines and equipment at the compost facility. Also, the ability to be available and respond to emergency operations at any hour.
• Available after hours as needed.
• Perform other related duties as required/assigned.

Education And Experience Requirements

• At least two years of general maintenance experience performing field maintenance work.
• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities may be qualifying.

Special Requirements

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid, Class A Utah CDL driver's license within 150 days of hire.
• Employees will be required to complete NIMS IS100, IS200, IS700, IS800 within one year of hire.

Failure to obtain/maintain license and certificate as outlined above will result in termination from the position.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of the methods and techniques of general construction, maintenance and repair related to the area of work assigned.
• Knowledge of the operational characteristics of mechanical equipment and tools used around work assigned.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Skill in working independently in the absence of supervision.
• Skill in performing heavy manual labor.
• Skill in operating a variety of vehicular and stationary mechanical equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Skill in performing a variety of manual tasks, for extended periods of time, in unfavorable conditions & weather.
• Skill in communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include, walking and standing for extended periods of time, and operating assigned equipment.
• Ability to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for: making observations, communicating with others, and operating assigned equipment and vehicles as required by the position.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to maintain mental capacity allows for effective interaction and communication with others.
• Ability to comply with all city policies and regulations, including safety and risk management standards.