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Department of Human Services

MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

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A Waste or Recycling Worker collects, recycles, processes or treats waste in a city or community. Works in a recycling plant, wastewater treatment facility, or landfill. Collects refuse from commercial and/or residential locations. Does not drive the vehicle used to collect/transport refuse.

$38,886 / year median in Illinois

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Job Description

at Department of Human Services in Centralia, Illinois, United States Job Description Position Overview The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Maintenance Equipment Operator for the Murray Developmental Center located in Centralia, Illinois to perform a variety of semiskilled manual tasks involving the operation of automotive and related maintenance equipment in connection with road maintenance or repair of grounds and buildings, repair and maintenance of equipment and machinery and other work of a general maintenance character. Receives assignments which are usually made in detail, often in the form of work orders. Essential Functions Performs a variety of semiskilled manual tasks involving the operation of automotive and related maintenance equipment in connection with road maintenance or repair of grounds and buildings, repair and maintenance of equipment and machinery and other work of a general maintenance character. Transports food from dietary to the living units and school programs. Schedules and maintains vehicles in good working condition. Assists in the maintenance and minor repair of equipment. Transports equipment, supplies and materials to and from work areas. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account