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Solid Waste Truck Operator - Commercial

City of Denton
Denton, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 3/2/2024 CLOSED ON 3/12/2024

Job Posting for Solid Waste Truck Operator - Commercial at City of Denton

This requisition expires on March 12, 2024, but may close earlier if the position is filled prior to the expiration date. 

Responsible for the safe and effective operation of heavy equipment to collect/dispose/process municipal solid waste.Essential Functions:
  • Drives solid waste collection vehicle over assigned routes to and from the sanitary landfill
  • Operates side-loading or front-loading lift mechanism to empty commercial dumpsters into collection vehicles or operates hydraulic lift for loading/unloading roll-off containers onto roll-off vehicle
  • Unloads solid waste at landfill by operation of hydraulic controls
  • Reports solid waste ordinance violations to supervision and customer service by way of two way radio
  • Performs Pre Trip and Post Trip maintenance checks of all equipment on a daily basis
  • May be required to respond to emergencies at all hours
  • Performs delivery, in-field maintenance, and inventory tracking of containers
  • Inspects and checks equipment before and after use, performs maintenance activities and reports problems to supervisor
  • Interfaces with customer regarding service problems and reports information obtained to supervisor
  • Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance
Additional Duties:
  • Assume responsibilities of supervisors in their absence
  • Assists in training other operators in the best and safest operations methods
  • Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications / Acceptable Equivalency:
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  • Five (5) years’ experience in the operation of rear tandem axle truck over 30,000 GVW or a variety of multiple types of heavy equipment or five (5) years solid waste industry
  • Hold a valid Class “A” or “B” CDL Driver’s License with Air Brake endorsement     
Core Competencies:
  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers
  • Ability to safely drive, back, and operate the heavy equipment on busy City streets paying close attention to other vehicles, pedestrians, team members, parked vehicles, overhead obstructions, tree limbs, etc.
  • Ability to operate the onboard GPS units
  • Ability to read a map to navigate the City of Denton
  • Ability to calmly think through stressful situations
  • Ability to direct temporary and community service personnel assigned to work site
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. repeatedly
Preferences:
  • Prior solid waste experience
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English
  • Prior experience in heavy equipment operations
Conditions of Employment:
  • Must have and maintain a valid Class “C” Driver’s License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class “C” driver’s license and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law)
  • Must possess a valid Texas Class “A” or “B” CDL driver’s license prior to employment with air brake endorsement
  • Must pass a drug test, driver’s license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check
  • Must pass a physical examination
  • Must be able to work overtime when requested  including nights and weekends
  • Must be able to work staggered shifts including weekends when needed
  • Must pass an equipment proficiency test
  • Must be able to work in all types of weather
Physical Requirements:
Overall Strength Demands:  The italicized word describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday.
  • Sedentary – lifting no more than 10 pounds
  • Light – lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds
  • Medium – lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds
  • Heavy – lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds
  • Very Heavy – lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds
Physical Demand Codes:   The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency.

Codes for “how often”:
Y = Yes
N = No
E = extensive (100-70%)
M = moderate (60-30%)
I = infrequent (20-10%)
A = almost never (<10%)
 
Task: Code:
  1. Standing:  M
  2. Sitting: E
  3. Walking: M
  4. Lifting: E
  5. Carrying: E
  6. Pushing/Pulling: E
  7. Overhead Work: I
  8. Fine Dexterity: E
  9. Kneeling: M
  10. Crouching: M
  11. Crawling: M
  12. Bending: M
  13. Twisting: E
  14. Climbing: E
  15. Balancing: M
  16. Vision: E
  17. Hearing: E
  18. Talking: E
  19. Video Display: E
  20. Other:
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:
The essential functions of this position require the operation of a rear tandem axle truck over 30,000 GVW as well as a wide variety of heavy equipment
 
Environmental Factors:
The essential functions of this position are performed in a field services environment which includes exposure to inclement weather and traffic hazards
 
This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract.   Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
 
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