EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II

Job Summary :

The Landfill Equipment Operator II operates various types of heavy equipment in the performance of landfill operations. Performs inspections on equipment and addresses daily problems to ensure continuous operations of landfill and related work as apparent or assigned . Assists in overseeing performance and training of Solid Waste Technicians.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday; Every other

Saturday Essential Job Functions:

Equipment Operator Performs complex and difficult operations using one or more of the following: bulldozer, track loader, rubber tire loader, off road dump truck, hydraulic excavator, farm tractor, and other various types of heavy equipment. May operate other equipment such as a highway truck / tractor-trailer requiring a commercial driver's license. Trains other employees on heavy equipment with emphasis on difficult and/or complex operations to fully use equipment capabilities. May advise and direct the work of other personnel to ensure that landfill operations and permit requirements are maintained. Advise Landfill Supervisor on capabilities and best utilization of various types of heavy equipment. Equipment Maintenance Prior to operating equipment, performs safety and maintenance inspections of assigned equipment. While equipment is being operated, continuously monitors gauge and other indicators for non-standard conditions. Performs light maintenance and servicing in connection with equipment operated. Notifies Landfill Supervisor of mechanical or safety problems. May assist repairman with mechanical repairs.

Benefits:

Full-time employees are eligible for benefits on the 1st of the month following hire date.

Benefits include:

• Sick and Annual Leave
• Safety Incentives
• Competitive and Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement benefits through the Retirement Systems of Alabama
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• 14 Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Account

• Free AirMed Care:

  Ambulance (Ground and Air Coverage)
• Deferred Compensation Plan Options

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Short Term Disability Options Education and Experience:

Five (5) years of experience working in landfill operations. Considerable experience in operating various types of heavy equipment such as the following: bulldozer, track loader, rubber tire loader, off road dump truck, farm tractor, hydraulic excavator.

Required Skills, Abilities and Knowledge:

Skills to communicate information to supervisors and co-workers; Skills to understand operator manuals, directives, procedures and instructions; Skills in basic math to use measuring instruments and to read equipment gauges; Skills to follow verbal instruction and counsel with crew members; ability to instruct and direct other employees; ability to maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public; ability to effectively communicate in a courteous manner; writing skills to clearly and neatly complete reports and forms; Substantial knowledge of practices applied in the use of a wide variety of heavy equipment for various maintenance and construction operations; skilled in the operation of heavy equipment to permit maximum utilization of equipment capability; skilled in operation of a wide variety of landfill equipment; Knowledge of safety rules, including accident causes and prevention.