Heavy Equipment Operator I

City of Santa Fe Springs; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave

Paid Holidays

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Training and Advancement Opportunities

Employee Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Vision

Job summary

St. Louis County is seeking personnel for responsible operations and technical work at assigned solid waste management disposal sites. The role includes directing site operations, coordinating maintenance, and inspecting waste materials to ensure compliance with policy.

Applicants must have OSHA HAZMAT training, two years of licensed waste facility experience, and MPCA certifications. A valid driver’s license is required, with potential CDL-HazMat endorsement within six months.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of OSHA Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) training.
• Equivalent of two (2) years full-time experience as a licensed solid waste facility attendant.
• Possession of a MPCA Type III Waste Disposal Certification; may be required to obtain a MPCA Type II Certification.
• Possession of a standard passenger vehicle driver's license.
• May be required to obtain a Class “B” Commercial Drivers License with a Hazardous Materials Endorsement within six months of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate site operations and routine maintenance at disposal sites.
• Monitor contractor activities and perform facility and waste inspections.
• Maintain daily staffing and ensure compliance with disposal policies.

Skills

HazMat training

Driver's license

CDL HazMat

Education

MPCA Type III Waste Disposal Certification

MPCA Type II Certification (optional)

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Job description

Kind of Work

Responsible operations and technical work at assigned solid waste management disposal sites.

Distinguishing Features of Work

An employee in this class is responsible for service operations and routine maintenance and inspection functions at assigned County solid waste management facilities. Duties assigned include: maintain daily staffing at disposal sites, direct and coordinate site operations, perform routine site maintenance and repair projects, monitor contractor activities, and perform facility and waste materials inspections. Under the general direction of Solid Waste department supervisory staff, work is performed in accordance with established solid waste disposal policies and procedures.

Work Environment

These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled. CONSTANT: Lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds; near and far vision; depth perception; field of vision; walk; exposure to weather and work outdoors. FREQUENT: Handle; reach; move about; work with and around others. OCCASIONAL: Lift and/or carry up to 100 pounds; and exposure to noise.

Selection Process

Minimum Qualifications (pass/fail)

Successful completion of the OSHA Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) training. Equivalent of two (2) years full-time experience as a licensed solid waste facility attendant. Possession of a MPCA Type III Waste Disposal Certification; and may be required to obtain a MPCA Type II Certification if necessitated by position assignments. Possession of a standard passenger vehicle drivers license. May be required to obtain a Class "B" Commercial Drivers License with a Hazardous Materials Endorsement within six months of appointment.

Experience & Training Rating

Points will be awarded for job-related experience and education exceeding the minimum qualifications. Only experience occurring during the ten most recent years will be used in determining this rating. Experience beyond ten years may be included on the application for purposes of meeting minimum qualifications or informing the hiring authority of your complete employment history.

Essential Functions

The essential functions for this position are listed under the "ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK" on the specification, available in the Employee Relations Department or online at www.stlouiscounty.org/jobdescriptions.

Veterans Preference

If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of document(s) listed for the option that applies to you:

• Veteran: DD214
• Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months.
• Spouse of Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months & marriage certificate. (Eligible only if Veteran is unable to qualify because of the disability.)
• Spouse of Deceased Veteran: DD214, Marriage Certificate and Death Certificate.

Physical-medical Standards

Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.

Probationary Period

Appointees to the position must successfully complete at least a six month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.

Non-discrimination

St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, gender, age, color, national origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or status with regard to public assistance.

Eligible St. Louis County employees earn a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Benefits
• Deferred Compensation
• Training and Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vision

Benefits are prorated for part-time employees and administered in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement or management compensation plan.

01

At which St. Louis County location(s) would you be willing to work?

• Duluth - Chris Jensen
• Duluth - All other work sites
• Virginia
• Hibbing
• Ely

02

Which of the following schedule(s) would you be willing to work? (Check all that apply.)

• Full-Time
• Scheduled, Part-Time
• Unscheduled, Part-Time
• Temporary
• Shift Work

03

Are you a certified, permanent employee with St. Louis County? (Seasonal, Temporary, or Probational employees are not eligible to apply for promotional jobs.)

• Yes
• No

04

In which department do you currently work?

• Administration
• Assessors
• Attorneys
• Auditors
• Chris Jensen
• Employee Development
• Employee Relations
• Environmental Services
• Extension
• Land
• MIS
• Public Health & Human Services
• Planning
• Property Management
• Purchasing
• Public Works
• Recorders
• Sheriff
• Veterans Admin
• Communications
• Required Question