Equipment Operator II
Company: Solid Waste Disposal Authority of Baldwin Co AL
Location: Summerdale
Posted on: April 19, 2024
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 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. 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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