Waste & Recycling Equipment Operator

Position Title:

Waste & Recycling Equipment Operator

Job Description:

Join Salt Lake City's Waste & Recycling team! Dedicated to providing convenient, accessible, and outstanding weekly refuse collection services for over 43,000 residents and customers. Incumbents in this position may work non-traditional hours and varying work schedules, including holidays.

About the Position:

Under the direction of a supervisor or a lead operator, this position typically operates a refuse collection truck using an automated side loader (ASL) to collect waste, recycling or yard waste from containers placed at the curbs of Salt Lake City homes and other locations throughout the city. This position may also be assigned to operate other equipment, such as a flatbed stake truck, 10-wheeler dump truck or front-end loader, as needed to support other City functions. Typical work hours are Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:25 PM, mostly within the comfort of an air-conditioned/heated cab. Route or program assignment can change based on operational need.

This position may be filled at the level I or the level II depending on experience in the field.

About the Team:

Our Waste & Recycling team specializes in the collection and disposal of residential waste, recycling materials, and bulk waste items. We serve over forty thousand residential customers and are dedicated to providing the residents of Salt Lake City with the highest level of customer service, all while adhering to local regulations and sustainability practices. Our goal is to promote recycling, reduce landfill waste, and offer convenient solutions for bulk waste removal. We are committed to safety, environmental stewardship, and customer satisfaction.

This announcement will remain open until the position is filled and may close at any time without notice. Early application submission is strongly encouraged.

Position Salary Range:

Level I: $20.35 - $26.81/hr

Level II: $22.94 - $30.21/hr

Key Responsibilities:

• Level II only: Operate a wheel loader or front-end loader to load debris into a 10-wheeler and rear load collection truck.

• Regularly performs one or more of the following duties:

• Operate an automated refuse and/or rear load collection truck. Receive daily route and complete assigned area each day, routes will be designated based on operational needs. Assists residents approved for Yard Service program as needed; entering assigned resident's yard and pushes Enter assigned resident's yard and pushes refuse container to curb, empties container and returns it to the resident's yard. Report damaged or missing containers to appropriate personnel.

• Operate a 10wheeler, leaf truck, or perform the duties of labor flaggers on job site.

• Operate a flatbed stake truck to deliver, remove or repair waste containers. Collect material from the neighborhood special bulk item collection program.

• Performs activities operating a full range of light and heavy equipment and various hand-powered tools as required. Frequently assists other work areas with assignments, equipment operation and operational needs.

• Evaluates and documents the operating condition of and performs routine maintenance on assigned equipment prior to its use. Troubleshoots and makes minor repairs in the yard or on the job site and refers major repairs to management. Completes routine forms, such as equipment logbooks, equipment check sheets, weight tickets, repair tickets, load reports, daily work sheets, and landfill trip response timesheets. Cleans trucks on assigned schedule, or as needed to maintain effective operation.

• Communicates progress, problems and other issues to Senior and Lead Equipment Operators as needed.

• Responds to citizens' special needs and complaints.

• May assist Streets and Transportation Divisions by reporting damaged roads and missing or damaged traffic signals and signs.

• Ensures flagging procedures are followed.

• Participates in the delivery, setup or cleanup of special projects.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Level I:

• Utah Driver License with the ability to obtain a Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class B, within 60 days from employment start date.

Level II:

• Three years paid experience as an equipment operator.

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B and may be required to obtain additional endorsements as necessary.

• Ability to demonstrate proficient operations of multiple types of heavy equipment relevant to the Waste & Recycling Division, including but not limited to an ASL, REL and/or a wheel loader.

All Levels:

• Extensive knowledge of preventative maintenance required for the equipment which will be operated and the ability to detect the need for, as well as make, minor repairs or adjustments on tools or equipment.

• May be required to possess a Flagger Certification or have the ability to obtain within time specified by supervisor.

• Required to push, pull or lift weights up to 75 pounds.

• Ability to meet visual demands required to operate equipment, read street signs and markings, instructions, and safety rules.

• Ability to write and perform arithmetic calculations to compute tonnage, mileage, or time.

• Ability to relate well with coworkers, supervisors and the general public in varying circumstances.

Working Conditions:

• Moderatetoheavy physical activity. Required to push, pull, or lift weights up to 75 pounds. Uncomfortable working positions, must sit, stand, or walk for extended periods of time.

• Constant exposure to disagreeable elements such an extreme heat and cold, dampness, fumes, noise, dust, airborne particles, and grease. Also exposure to vehicular traffic while working in the public roadway. Exposure to herbicides which may pose health, environmental and/or occupational hazards if improperly handled. Potential exposure to toxic or waste materials, infectious rodents, and insects.

• Frequent exposure to stressful situations as a result of human behavior and demands of the job.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Department

Sustainability

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Scheduled Hours:

40