Transfer Station Wheel Loader Operator

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

This position is responsible for the management and flow of the traffic and waste-processes waste from the transfer station floor into the transport trailer, and directs the unloading of and management of waste at the transfer station. This position qualifies as safety sensitive under PSC guidelines. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor, manager, or Chief Executive Officer, subject to reasonable accommodations.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Operates heavy machinery to load waste into trucks for transport. Ensures safe and efficient operations at the transfer station. Reports equipment servicing and repair needs. Informs customers of rules and regulations and methods and locations of disposal available. Conducts and documents waste screenings. Monitors waste for hazardous and unacceptable materials. Properly disposes of materials received at the transfer station. General cleaning and maintenance. Supports, assists, trains, and mentors other department employees. Attends meetings and training as required by this position and/or the Chief Executive Officer. Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Heavy equipment and light machinery operation preferred. Must be capable of learning proper procedures to be used when dealing with municipal solid waste, unacceptable hazardous waste, and fire hazards. Employee must have the ability and willingness to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Employee must be capable of supervision and seek to maintain good public relation practices when working with the public.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND OR WORKING ENVIRONMENTS

Must be able to tolerate and work in extreme weather conditions. Employee must be able to do manual labor including climbing and heavy lifting.

LICENSING CERTIFICATIONS

Class A Commercial Driver's License (must obtain within 45 days of hire)

Residency Policy:

As of May 1, 2022, employees of City Light Gas and Water are required to live within a 10-mile radius, from 303 S. Anthony Street, Kennett, Missouri and are bound to the west by the St. Francis River located approximately 4.4 miles west, and to the east by Little River Floodway Ditch located approximately 3.85 miles east. All new hires are required to adhere by this policy and must meet the residency requirements within six months of their hire date. All employees shall have a telephone at their place of residence, landline or cellular service is acceptable. Unlisted telephone numbers will be permitted providing the number be made available to all departments of CLGW. If a cellular service is chosen, signal reliability is required. This is the responsibility of the employee. General and Administrative employees must have a reliable internet connection furnished in the event remote work is forced. This is the responsibility of the employee. Any employee violating the residency requirements may be suspended, demoted, or terminated by the Superintendent of Utilities. Formal application, rating of education and experience, oral interview, reference checks, and/or job-related tests may be required. As a condition of employment, the successful applicant will be required to pass a standard physical and drug test. The duties listed under each job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Basic Qualifications:

Must be able to meet residency requirements. Employee must have the ability and willingness to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Must be able to tolerate and work in extreme weather conditions. Employee must be able to do manual labor including climbing and heavy lifting. Class A Commercial Driver's License (must obtain within 45 days of hire).