Heavy Equipment Operator II (Recycling)

City of Lubbock; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lubbock is seeking a Solid Waste Equipment Operator to support its waste collection operations. This role operates heavy equipment such as rear loaders, side loaders, grapple trucks, roll-off trucks, and automated side loaders for residential and commercial collection.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED plus 3–5 years of equipment operation experience, or a combination of education and progressive experience, and a valid Texas CDL Class B or A.

Qualifications

• Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional 3–5 years experience in the operation of motorized construction equipment; or any combination of relevant education, 1 year of progressive experience on any of the required equipment listed on this job description.
• Knowledge of heavy motorized equipment used in solid waste collections and DOT compliance.
• Ability to operate and maintain heavy equipment safely and perform basic field repairs.

Responsibilities

• Operate rear loader, side loader, grapple truck, roll-off trucks and automated side loader to collect Solid Waste for residential and commercial customers.
• Maintain and service equipment and trucks.
• Operate pickups and other light equipment when assigned.
• Perform related duties as directed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Texas CDL Class B or A

Job description

Operates and services the heavier types of construction equipment such as rear loader, side loader, grapple truck, roll-off trucks and automated side loader. This position assists the City in collection of Solid Waste for residential and commercial customers.

• Operate rear loader, side loader, grapple truck, roll-off trucks, and automated side loader. This position assists the City in collection of Solid Waste for residential and commercial customers.
• Maintain and service equipment and trucks;
• Operate pickups and other light equipment when assigned;
• Perform related duties as directed.

Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional three to five years experience in the operation of motorized construction equipment; or any combination of relevant education, 1 year of progressive experience on any of the required equipment listed on this job description, and experience which provides the following:

• Texas Commercial Class B or Class A Driver's License
• Physical Exam Required

Knowledge of:

• Operation and maintenance of heavy motorized equipment typically used in solid waste collections
• Operations at Solid Waste Disposal or Transfer Facilities

Ability to:

• Operate heavy equipment skillfully and safely to assist in the collection of Solid Waste;
• Perform maintenance and service work on trucks and heavy equipment;
• Make field repairs;
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Maintain equipment in compliance with DOT rules and regulations

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds;
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 75 pounds;
• Walk and stand during a shift;
• Climb ladders, scaffolding, stairs, poles and inclined surfaces;
• Continuously push and pull objects;
• Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;
• Frequently rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing;
• Reach above, at or below shoulder height;
• Coordinate eye, hand and foot movement in order to operate motorized vehicles and machinery.