Heavy Equipment Operator - Sanitation

Gfoat; Cleburne (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Gfoat is seeking a skilled Equipment Operator to run a refuse truck, wheeled loader, and skid steer in daily operations. You will handle data entry, keep safety protocols, and assist customers on route in a fast-paced city environment.

Requirements include a Class B Texas CDL with Airbrake or ability to obtain within 180 days, plus at least 1 year of heavy equipment experience. The role involves outdoor work in varying weather conditions and on busy streets.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent and at least 1 year experience in operation of heavy equipment.
• Alternatively, three years of experience in operation of heavy equipment.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities

Responsibilities

• Operate refuse truck, wheeled loader, and skid steer to accomplish assigned tasks.
• Provide superior customer service and input data into office computer systems.
• Follow safety policies and work to prevent hazards; maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety standards

Computer literacy

Map navigation

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

3+ years heavy equipment experience

Tools

Scale transaction software

Job description

Compensation - $20.74/hr

Position open until filled.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

To operate an automated and manual refuse truck, wheeled loader and skid steer to accomplish assigned activities without supervision as well as operate office computer and provide superior customer service. Follows all safety policies.

This position involves responsibility for valuable equipment. Duties include operating various types of heavy-duty equipment and vehicles, and computer input and customer service.

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to service and make minor repairs on equipment and to know safety standards and prevent hazards;
• Ability to learn Scale transaction computer program and other computer processes
• Ability to safely drive, back, and operate the heavy equipment on busy City streets paying close attention to other vehicles, pedestrians, team members, parked vehicles, overhead obstructions, tree limbs, etc.
• Ability to read a map to navigate the streets/routes for the City of Cleburne
• Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
  

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school graduate or equivalent and at least one (1) years of experience in operation of heavy equipment; OR

Sufficient education to read and calculate and least three (3) years of experience in operation of heavy equipment; OR

Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED

A Valid Class B Texas Commercial Driver License with Airbrake endorsement or ability to obtain within 180 days of employment and the ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS AND SAFETY HAZARDS

Ability to work indoors and outdoors in extreme temperatures including heat, cold, temperatures swings, and inclement weather

Some exposure to odors, dust, fumes, and loud noises that are routinely encountered in trash collecting environment

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Standard office equipment including multi-line telephone, computer, fax machine, copier, scanner, shredder, printer, etc.

Track loader, motor grader, water truck, miscellaneous pumps, generators, tractor with batwing mower, zero turn mower and weed eater. Operates front-end loader, skid steer, refuse truck and other heavy equipment.

Ability to handle tools and equipment with both hands and all fingers.