Waste Collection & Equipment Operator I

City of Portales; Portales (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Portales, New Mexico, is seeking an Equipment Operator I in the Solid Waste department. You will operate gasoline or diesel trucks with compactors and related systems, loading, unloading and transporting refuse with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities include routine vehicle maintenance, accurate logs, and working with the public. Shift is regular, 40 hours per week; some overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of operating large automotive equipment.
• Ability to weld minor fixes on dumpsters.
• High school diploma or GED desired.
• CDL Class B with good driving record.
• Experience with public works equipment preferred.
• Ability to lift heavy items.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Operate city vehicles and equipment in compliance with traffic laws.
• Collect garbage with side-loading truck and use mechanized lifting controls.
• Collect trash around dumpsters with grapple truck.
• Transport solid waste to the landfill.
• Maintain assigned vehicles (oil, filters, grease, washing).
• Read operating instructions and manuals; keep logs and report malfunctions.
• Establish effective work relationships and follow safety rules.
• Work with irregular hours, weekends and holidays as needed.

Skills

Large equipment operation

Welding (minor)

Lifting heavy items

Reading manuals

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL Class B license

Age 18+

Tools

Vehicle maintenance basics

Job description

The City of Portales, New Mexico, is seeking an Equipment Operator I in the Solid Waste department. You will operate gasoline or diesel trucks with compactors and related systems, loading, unloading and transporting refuse with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities include routine vehicle maintenance, accurate logs, and working with the public. Shift is regular, 40 hours per week; some overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required.