Solid Waste Operator - Field & Equipment Technician

Parish-of-Cadd; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Parish-of-Cadd is seeking a semi-skilled laborer in Shreveport, LA to manage solid waste collection and disposal at a parish compactor location or crew. The role involves assisting citizens, operating waste equipment, and performing routine maintenance on machinery.

Applicants should have some public-facing experience and a valid driver’s license if assigned to the main office and vehicle operations. The job requires physical ability to lift at least 50 pounds and work in various weather

Qualifications

• Some experience dealing with the public is preferred.
• Must have valid driver's license if assigned to Solid Waste main office and required to drive parish vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assists citizens with the disposal of household garbage, recyclables and trash.
• Operates and assists with the installation of waste disposal equipment.
• Provides routine maintenance to equipment and reports serious mechanical difficulties for repairs.
• Cleans and maintains grounds and worksite premises.
• May be required to drive one-ton stake bed truck to all compactor sites and pick up metal.
• May be required to pick up trash bags from all parish roadways.

Skills

Public interaction

Job description

Parish-of-Cadd is seeking a semi-skilled laborer in Shreveport, LA to manage solid waste collection and disposal at a parish compactor location or crew. The role involves assisting citizens, operating waste equipment, and performing routine maintenance on machinery.

Applicants should have some public-facing experience and a valid driver’s license if assigned to the main office and vehicle operations. The job requires physical ability to lift at least 50 pounds and work in various weather