Equipment Operator II

Job:                             Equipment Operator II

Department:            Landfill

Pay Rate:                   Grade 11        

Hours:                        Daytime Hours  (occasional overtime will be required)

Summary:

This employee conducts daily operations at the City Landfill.  Employee provides physical labor, conducts daily operations and inspects materials coming into the landfill for illegal drops.  Operates heavy equipment including a bulldozer, front end loader and other machinery to ensure landfill materials are properly covered with dirt according to landfill and EPA guidelines.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Inspects all materials entering the landfill for illegal items
• Observes dumping for compliance with proper procedures and safety guidelines
• Computes vehicle capacity; and logs approximate amounts that are dumped
• Uses bulldozer and front-end loader to crush and spread newly dumped waste; covers waste in accordance with EPA guidelines
• Performs basic preventative maintenance on equipment
• Keeps landfill clean of loose paper or items that could be carried away in high winds
• Maintains fire lanes to ensure fire emergency has access to all areas of the landfill
• Maintains areas inside landfill with lawn mower
• Perform other job-related work as required

Job Requirements:

• Be a graduate of an accredited high school or have a GED. 
• Two years of work experience using and operating heavy equipment
• Ability to understand and observe all safety rules and procedures
• Must have a valid driver’s license, and have a driving record suitable for insurability
• Must be able to effectively communicate with supervision, co-workers, and citizens
• Willing to travel overnight to attend continuing education courses/workshops. 
• Able to work in inclement weather conditions
• Be physically able to perform the essential functions of the position (walking, climbing, stooping, and bending). 

Posting Dates:     4/20/23 – 4/28/23

City Employees interested in this position should contact Kathy Railey at 256-329-6782.  Seniority alone will not be the determining factor.  Applicants must meet all requirements. 

External applicants may apply on-line at alexandercityal.gov, or obtain an application at the Municipal Complex.

City of Alexander City is an Equal Opportunity Employer