Hybrid Senior Heavy Equipment Operator (Solid Waste) en City of Goldsboro, NC

About the Department

The purpose of this position is to perform highly skilled work primarily in the collection and transport of refuse and recycle goods, but may perform operations collecting and transporting leaves and limbs, white goods, and bulk items if needed.  Employees in this class require advanced experience and skill in the operation of light and heavy-duty solid waste equipment.  Although employees in this class will be qualified to operate most, if not all, types of equipment and vehicles assigned to the solid waste division, they will primarily operate the front loaders, road tractors and trailers, and roll-off-loaders to perform their daily operations.  Employee may be tasked to operate side loaders, grapple trucks rear loaders, open body dump trucks or leaf vacuum trucks with trailers to collect and transport refuse, recycled goods, vegetative debris, furniture, appliances, etc. and ensure overall solid waste collection requirements are accomplished.  When assigned, will oversee and assist ground crews with collecting and loading refuse, recycle goods, vegetative debris, furniture, appliances, etc. The employee will be certified to operate and oversee daily transfer station operations, as well as road hauling refuse and recycle goods to their appropriate landfill or Materials Recovery Facility (MRF). Employee may be required to work shifts and weekends during holidays or during the City’s recovery efforts after severe weather, hurricanes or natural disasters.  Employee performs work in accordance with established safety rules and regulations.

This job works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.  

Position Duties

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Operates front loaders, road tractors and trailers, and roll-off loaders to perform daily responsibilities, but may operate rear loaders, leaf vacuum trucks with trailers, side loaders and grapple trucks to ensure all solid waste operations are accomplished.  
• Oversee daily transfer station operations; directs equipment operators and inspects loads as they are offloaded into the appropriate hopper; loads and compacts refuse and recycled goods into appropriate trailers; coordinates changing trailers as needed.  
• Serves as crew leader when ground crew staff are assigned to assist.  
• Ensures machinery and equipment are properly maintained; completes daily checks and preventative maintenance requirements, and schedules maintenance and repairs accordingly to ensure equipment remains in good working order.
• Collects various solid waste, including refuse, recycled goods, vegetative debris, white goods, bulk items, etc. and delivers it to the appropriate disposal facility. 
• Performs general labor tasks to assist ground crews with picking up limbs, leaves, garbage, recycled goods, white goods, furniture, etc.  
• Uses various hand tools to perform daily tasks, including shovels, rakes, pitchforks, brooms, etc.  
• Assists with on-the-job training for subordinates and peers alike to help with skill development.
• Cleans and sanitizes refuse and recycle collection equipment according to local City and State protocols. 
• Works various shifts to operate equipment and assist with the City’s recovery efforts after severe weather and/or natural disaster events, including winter storms, hurricanes, high winds, etc.  
• Records and reports ordinance violations by citizens when tasked to run residential routes; leaves door hangars explaining violation(s); takes pictures to record as proof and justification for corrective actions.
• Prepares daily logs and other reports to track performance and completed tasks; uses computer and related software to input data.
• Assists with delivering solid waste calendars for refuse and recycling services.  
• Assists other departments and agencies as needed.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of the operational and preventative maintenance requirements for light and heavy duty solid waste equipment and vehicles assigned to perform primary duties.  
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and proper safety precautions involved in the operation of assigned equipment and performance of daily responsibilities.   
• Knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to the operation of solid waste transfer stations.
• Knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing solid waste heavy equipment operation. 
• Knowledge of the location of underground utilities. 
• Skill in the fundamental use of computers and basic administrative software applications. 
• Skill operating and maintaining light and heavy duty solid waste equipment and using basic hand tools.    
• Ability to providing training on care and use of heavy equipment used by equipment operators and provide remedial training when necessary. 
• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions, both oral and written.
• Ability to perform strenuous manual labor.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other co-workers, supervisors, and the general public. 
• Ability to respond with courtesy to citizens.

Other Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
• Ten (10) years of operating heavy duty equipment or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

• Must possess and maintain a valid state class “A” commercial driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
• Possession of Transfer Station Operations Specialist Certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire date.
• Previous experience operating solid waste equipment preferred. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs heavy work that involves constantly lifting, shoveling, and carrying 35 to 50 pounds on a regular and recurring basis and exerting 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.

UNAVOIDABLE HAZARDS (WORK ENVIRONMENT):
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

• Involves routine and frequent exposure to:
  • Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen.
  • Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions.
  • Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife.
  • Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors.
  • Traffic; Moving machinery.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE
The City of Goldsboro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

STANDARD CLAUSES
May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the City.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. 

ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS
It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures, and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses. 
Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed, and employees are properly trained.

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