Light Equipment Operator - Bulk Solid Waste

City Of Corsicana; North Carolina; On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

TMRS retirement with 2:1 City match

13 paid holidays

Sick leave accrual

Vacation leave accrual

Personal leave days

Wellness pay

Job summary

The City of Corsicana is seeking a Bulk Solid Waste Equipment Operator to run light equipment such as skid steers, mowers, and trucks. The role involves removing brush, debris, and trash, while supporting the Bulk Solid Waste crew.

Required is a High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of two years’ experience operating equipment or related work. Candidates must read, write, and communicate effectively with staff, the public, and contractors while following safety practices.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience operating equipment or related work.
• Equivalent combinations of education and municipal work experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Operate light equipment and tools such as mowers, weed-eaters, chainsaws, shovels, skid loaders, tractors, trucks, and trailers.
• Trim and remove trees; lift and haul brush and debris; mow, weed, and clear drainage areas.
• Clean and maintain drainage ditches, channels, inlets, and gutters.
• Perform minor equipment maintenance and field repairs; support general construction and maintenance activities.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety procedures

Reading & writing communication

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Skid steer

Mowers

Trucks

Job description

The City of Corsicana is seeking a qualified individual to join our Public Works team as a Bulk Solid Waste Equipment Operator. This role involves the safe and efficient operation of light equipment such as skid steers, mowers, and trucks to remove brush, debris, and trash, while providing general support to the Bulk Solid Waste crew.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Trimming and removing trees
• Lifting and hauling brush and debris
• Mowing, weeding, and clearing drainage areas
• Clean and maintain drainage ditches, channels, inlets, and gutters
• Operate equipment and tools including: mowers, weed-eaters, chainsaws, shovels, skid loaders, tractors, trucks, and trailers
• Perform minor equipment maintenance and field repairs
• Support general construction and maintenance activities
• Mow city-owned properties and rights-of-way
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Bulk Solid Waste Division Manager

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience operating equipment or related work
• Equivalent combinations of education and municipal work experience may be considered

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of materials, equipment, and best practices in solid waste and maintenance operations
• Ability to safely operate and maintain light equipment and hand tools
• Physical ability to lift up to 100 lbs., bend, climb, and work in trenches and ditches
• Familiarity with and ability to follow safe work practices
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively with city staff, the public, and contractors

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Extreme weather
• Noise, dust, fumes, and physical hazards
• Work in confined spaces, trenches, ditches, and wet or muddy environments
• Must be able to climb onto equipment and work on uneven terrain
• Availability for after-hours work including evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency callouts

Employment Requirements

• Maintain a 100% drug- and alcohol-free workplace
• Pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
• Be subject to random drug and alcohol testing throughout employment
• Have and maintain a valid, clean driving record
• Demonstrate regular attendance and punctuality
• Successfully complete a one-year probationary period
• Pass a criminal history check, thorough background investigation, and drug screening to be considered for employment

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic life insurance equal to 1X the employee’s annual base salary up to $100,000 and Supplemental Death Benefit equal to 1X the annual base salary, reduced to $7,500 after retirement through the retirement system (TMRS)
• Optional additional insurance policies
• Retirement through Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 7 % employee contribution and a 2:1 City match
• Optional tax deferred supplemental 457B plan
• Employees accrue sick leave at a rate of one workday for each month employed
• Employees accrue vacation leave at rates dependent upon years of service
• Employees receive one day each fiscal year for personal leave
• The City observes 13 paid holidays
• Longevity pay equal to $6.00/month times length of service with the City of Corsicana.
• Wellness pay
• Bereavement Leave

Salary: $22.984/hr.

Tools:

• Download Application
• Apply Online
• Email Resume

More information on City benefits can be found here: City Benefits Summary

Applications must be completed to be considered for employment. You may submit your application by applying online via the “APPLY ONLINE” link under the “TOOLS” section on the job posting page or by downloading a PDF application via “DOWNLOAD APPLICATION.” Completed PDF applications can be submitted by email to Allie Hocutt ([e-mail]) or PJ McFadden ([e-mail]), by fax at 903.654.4820, or in person at the Corsicana Government Center, Human Resources Office, 200 N. 12th Street, Corsicana, Texas. The City of Corsicana is an equal opportunity employer.