Solid Waste Equipment Operator I — Start Your Field Career

City of La Porte, Texas; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

City of La Porte, Texas is seeking an Equipment Operator I – Solid Waste to drive trucks and light equipment, and to assist with collection of solid waste, heavy trash and recyclables.

This entry-level position offers training under supervision, requires the ability to perform physical labor, operate light to moderate equipment, and comply with safety procedures; applicants should have a Texas driver’s license and a Class B CDL.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of solid waste and trash collection tools and equipment.
• Methods employed in basic laboring and maintenance work.
• Safety precautions used in refuse collection work.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate light to moderate solid waste equipment on routine assignments or training basis (trash truck and rear loading garbage trucks).
• Participate in working with a small solid waste crew to complete work orders.
• Perform tasks related to recycling and composting.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Solid waste tools and equipment

Safety precautions in refuse work

Understand and follow instructions

Heavy physical labor capability

Education

High School Diploma or GED desirable

Tools

Light construction equipment operation

Job description

City of La Porte, Texas is seeking an Equipment Operator I – Solid Waste to drive trucks and light equipment, and to assist with collection of solid waste, heavy trash and recyclables.

This entry-level position offers training under supervision, requires the ability to perform physical labor, operate light to moderate equipment, and comply with safety procedures; applicants should have a Texas driver’s license and a Class B CDL.