Equipment Operator II
Company: Solid Waste Disposal Authority of Baldwin Co AL
Location: Summerdale
Posted on: April 28, 2024
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Job Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION Full Time Hourly Rate: $18.63 - $30.52 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 assigned.
Assists in overseeing performance and training of Solid Waste
Technicians. Essential Job Functions: Equipment OperatorPerforms
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
MaintenancePrior 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. JOB REQUIREMENTS 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. Education and
Experience:Five (5) years of experience working in landfill
operations preferred.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. Special Requirements:A valid driver's license
with a minimum commercial designation of Class B; or a valid
driver's license A valid Alabama Landfill Operator's
Certification.Willing to work overtime and weekends. Physical
Requirements:See well enough to read, write and safely operate
assigned equipment.Hear well enough to respond to verbal
communications. PPE is worn to minimize exposure to hazards that
cause serious workplace injuries and illnesses.Constantly using
vision and hearing when reading monitors, being aware of
surroundings and listening to equipment, traffic and alarms. Speak
well enough to answer questions in a polite, courteous manner.Body
mobility to perform maintenance and operate various types of
equipment; Body movement of mobility to bend, move, stand, and
lift. Use of hands and fingers to perform manual work.Occasionally
lifting, carrying, pulling, or exerting 20-50 lbs., 10-25 lbs.
frequently or up to 10 lbs. constantly. Frequently standing to
complete daily tasks, sitting when driving and operating equipment,
walking around inspection sites, carrying equipment and supplies,
climbing onto equipment, and using foot controls to drive trucks
and operate equipment. Occasionally kneeling or crouching when
using a level and monitoring equipment, bending to connect parts or
use tools, and balancing when mounting and dismounting heavy
equipment; daily lifting shovels and other equipment,
pushing/pulling equipment, reaching for of handling tools and
supplies.Tasks are regularly performed with exposure to adverse
environmental conditions, such as extreme heat or extreme cold,
dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes,
temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric
currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous
agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances.
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Keywords: Solid Waste Disposal Authority of Baldwin Co AL, Pensacola , Equipment Operator II, Other , Summerdale, Florida
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