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