Heavy Equipment Operator - Landfill

Operates heavy equipment 8-10 hours daily. Responsible for watching as trucks unload and identifying problem wastes; must be able to maneuver equipment and back up safely; speaks courteously to customers and try to resolve problems; communicates on 2-way radio; may move containers; keeps equipment clean; may be required to work Saturdays; and performs other duties as required for the daily operation of department. Use of rake and shovel keep written records answer phones use computer and attend training classes. Responsible for daily and minor maintenance on vehicles and equipment. Performs other duties as assigned. Training Experience and/or Other Requirements Training; Experience; and/or Other Requirements: Must have 6 months experience operating heavy equipment (example: bulldozer; excavator; scraper; loader). Must be able to read; understand and follow written and oral instructions; use good judgment to work safely and use equipment properly. Physical Requirements Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs several times daily. Ability to work outdoors in all seasons including extreme temperatures and other inclement weather. Will perform manual labor and other duties as required in any other department as assigned. Additional Information All City employees are required in the course and scope of their employment to provide services for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations that threaten the safety of Kingsville's citizens. City employees must be able to work immediately before during and/or immediately after an emergency. Employee Behavior and Conduct City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include but are not limited to being communicative informative fair honest and respectful. All positions require the following: 1) valid driver's license 2) satisfactory driving record and 3) eligibility to legally work in the U.S. The successful applicant will be required to pass a pre-employment physical examination drug screen and background investigation. Apply at www.cityofkingsville.com . For additional information: Call ... or E-mail ... EOE. Disclaimer The information listed above reflects minimum standards and illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific job functions requirements or tasks does not exclude them from the job if the work is similar related or a logical extension of the work assigned.