Solid Waste Operator-Driver: Heavy Equipment Pro

The New Mexico Municipal League, Incorporated; Ruidoso (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Village of Ruidoso is seeking a Solid Waste Operator-Driver to operate a range of heavy equipment, including collection and grapple trucks, and to manage routine refuse collection on designated routes. The role also involves cleaning around dumpsters, assisting with maintenance, and sometimes working on out-of-town routes.

The position requires a High School education, at least one year in refuse collection or heavy equipment operations, and a valid New Mexico driver's license.

Qualifications

• High School Education required.
• One year experience in refuse collection pickup or heavy equipment operations required.
• Occasional pushing, pulling, lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.
• Must pass regular criminal history checks.
• Must possess and maintain valid New Mexico motor vehicle operator’s permit and meet MVR requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operates both heavy and light equipment.
• Drives a garbage truck, grapple truck or diesel transport to fill in as needed.
• Drives a flatbed truck, to pick up bear mess.
• Cleans and maintains vehicles, trucks, equipment, buildings, and grounds.
• Attends safety training classes.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Refuse collection experience

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Education

New Mexico Class A license

Job description

The Village of Ruidoso is seeking a Solid Waste Operator-Driver to operate a range of heavy equipment, including collection and grapple trucks, and to manage routine refuse collection on designated routes. The role also involves cleaning around dumpsters, assisting with maintenance, and sometimes working on out-of-town routes.

The position requires a High School education, at least one year in refuse collection or heavy equipment operations, and a valid New Mexico driver's license.