Equipment Operator II

The purpose of this classification is to drive and operate vehicles, tractors, and other equipment with specialized functions that involve the operation of mechanisms to complete solid waste removal tasks in addition to driving and maneuvering the vehicle. Equipment/vehicles in this classification have mechanisms that are somewhat complex to operate, requiring more dexterity and finesse. Equipment Operator II's operate larger vehicles requiring a higher level of skill than those at Equipment Operator I level to drive and maneuver in and around confined areas. The understanding of physical, sensory and environmental factor is important in this position.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Performs Pre-trip and Post-trip inspections. Inspects and prepares equipment for safe and proper operation prior to beginning work for the day; reports to supervisor all notable issues found during inspections; performs light maintenance on equipment, which includes greasing and lubing of equipment, refueling, and refilling lubricants; cleans vehicles, beds, and mounted equipment upon completion of assignments; secures vehicle after use.

Drives trucks and other vehicles in order to perform solid waste daily assignments in residential waste bulk/trash section.

Maneuvers in and around traffic, parked cars, crew workers, equipment, and other obstacles; obeys all traffic laws and safety guidelines; monitors immediate environment and work area to ensure the safety of operator, other workers, the equipment, and the public; uses personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Operates over-the-top manual recycle truck and grapple truck as required.

May be assigned to operate bulk trash rear steer.

Drives larger, difficult to drive vehicles requiring a higher level of skill than that needed at Operator I level to maneuver in and around confined areas for the purpose of transporting materials from site to site, such as a dump truck, grapple truck.

Utilizes rear steer and grapple trucks to retrieve large piles, bulk, vegetation, construction waste and recyclable materials for dumping.

Operates hydraulic and hoisting mechanisms to dispose of loads, taking care to avoid flipping bulk items or spilling contents; secures all doors, gates, and fasteners to prevent spillage or loss of load during transport; transports and delivers load to destinations such as landfill and transfer stations.

Operates all Level I Equipment Operator assigned trucks as needed (rear load, rear load recycling truck, and dump trucks to complete division or departmental workload.

Must have the physical ability to work on the back of the rear Loader; plus, physically work on the recycling truck. During operations, it may require the ability to hold on the side of the truck and safely dismount.

Uses an onboard computer system to navigate routes electronically in order to complete tasks.

Drives assigned truck along a prescribed residential and/or commercial areas to collect garbage, trash or recycled materials; makes frequent stops at appropriate intervals to position truck near bulk piles or containers, avoiding backing of vehicle whenever possible; frequently exits and re-enters garbage truck to manually pick up carts, bags, trash and vegetation; performs physical work functions in retrieving and sorting recyclable materials into hopper; attaches hopper to truck, closes tailgate and operates mechanism to dump at the appropriate disposal location.

Maintains the pace of collection activities to ensure timely completion of assigned route.

Weighs solid waste collection trucks individually as they enter and exit landfill; weighs and separates recyclable products from solid waste, and sorts them according to category.

Performs basic and semi-skilled labor as appropriate to perform various solid waste assignments; picks up paper, limbs, and other debris; manually moves loads and arranges materials.

Frequently exits and re-enters garbage truck to manually pick up carts, bags, trash and vegetation.

Performs accommodation service requirements of garbage carts, pails and bags pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) as required.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Performs essential functions normally performed by Equipment Operator Trainees and Level I operators as needed, to complete division or departmental workload.

Works with other divisions on emergency calls.

Performs other related duties as required.

• Two (2) years of experience in Solid Waste residential line of business, manual collection, of which six (6) months of cross-training has been received in Solid Waste Section, Residential Waste Bulk/Trash operating the following equipment in the assigned section:
  • Grapple truck
  • Rear load recycling truck
  • Over-the-top recycle truck; and
• Must complete a written test to evaluate knowledge of Equipment Operator II functions; and
• Must complete an equipment specific field test within Solid Waste, residential waste bulk/trash section including over the top recycle truck, bulk trash rear steer truck and bulk trash cherry picker/lightning loader truck and score an 80%; and
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class-B Commercial Driver's License (CDL); and
• Must obtain the following within ninety (90) days of hire:
  • 30-Hour OSHA General Industry Card;
  • FEMA IS-0552: The Public Works Role in Emergency Management course and successfully pass exam;
  • Lock Out Tag Out Certification

COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES

Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, utility companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.

Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.

Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.

Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with Supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

Knowledge of occupational hazards and the safety precautions necessary to operate equipment and avoid accidents.

Knowledge of the operational characteristics of the solid waste equipment.

Knowledge of solid waste standards, practices and procedures.

Knowledge of and the ability to detect mechanical issues with the equipment.

Skill in driving large trucks and similar automotive equipment related to solid waste.

Skill in operating the assigned vehicle in the prescribed manner.

Skill in maneuvering in and around traffic, parked cars, crew workers, equipment, other obstacles and avoiding backing of vehicles whenever possible.

Ability to operate all vehicles used at Level I Equipment Operator level.

Ability to operate Solid Waste bulk/trash truck and dump truck.

Ability to operate manual over-the-top recycle truck.

Ability to adhere to all safe working practices.

Ability to safely navigate routes to complete daily tasks.

Ability to use and navigate routes electronically through an onboard computer system to complete tasks.

Ability to effectively interact with supervisors, co-workers, other departments, the public, and outside agencies in a courteous manner.

CAREER PATH ADVANCEMENT REQUIREMENTS
The following requirements must be met to advance to Equipment Operator III:

• Two (2) years of experience as an Equipment Operator II with the City of Boynton Beach operating equipment in Solid Waste residential line of business, manual and waste bulk/trash collection, of which includes six (6) months of cross-training is received in Solid Waste, residential automated line of business operating an automated side load (ASL) truck;

Employees will be evaluated on the vehicles listed above during the cross-training period. Employees who pass their evaluation, will be certified to operate the vehicle as assigned by their supervisor.

• Must continue to maintain a valid State of Florida Class B CDL;
• Must complete FEMA IS-552: The Public Works Role in Emergency Management course and successfully pass exam;
• Must have complete FEMA IS-558: Public Works and Disaster Recovery course and successfully pass exam;
• Must possess Lock Out Tag Out certification;
• Must possess 30-Hour OSHA Card;
• Must meet 100% of the KSAs for the Equipment Operator Trainee, Equipment Operator I and II, 70% of Equipment Operator III KSAs and 100% of the Communication Competencies;
• Must complete the following assessments (in the order listed) and obtain a minimum score of 80%:

1. Written test to evaluate knowledge of Equipment Operator III functions.
2. Equipment specific field tests within Solid Waste, residential automated section operating the automated side loader.

Employees who fail to obtain a minimum score of 80% on any assessment will have a one (1) month waiting period to re-take the assessments.
Retesting must be completed within six (6) months from the original test date.
Proof of meeting all of the above requirements/qualifications must be demonstrated by the employee and verified by the supervisor.
Promotional advancement may be delayed at the discretion of the Department Director, the Human Resources/Risk Management Director and the City Manager.

The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer . All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).

Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.