Frontloader Serv - Equipment Operator I​/II - Solid Waste

Front loader Serv - Equipment Operator I/II - Solid Waste

Solid Waste & Recycling, 149 Gann St, Abilene, Texas, United States of America

Posted Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Under the general supervision of the Supervisor (I/II) – Solid Waste, to perform skilled work in the operation of solid waste equipment. Safely operate solid waste collection equipment on assigned routes. Perform occasional manual work.

The Equipment Operator II may function as a trainer over untrained employees.

• Operate trash collection or recycling vehicles, and other Solid Waste Services vehicles and equipment as needed.
• Pick up trash, brush, litter, bulky items, and recycling materials.
• Read street maps and route sheets to locate route destinations. Learn and follow collection routes.
• Perform basic vehicle inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Check, service, and clean equipment.
• Maintain vehicle records.
• Safe completion of the route and follow all Division safety rules.
• Report unsafe working conditions, accidents, and injuries to the supervisor.
• Inform supervisor of unsafe or broken sanitation containers and unsafe or difficult or poorly maintained collection sites.
• Complete paperwork, forms, and reports related to collection services.
• Dump collected trash or recyclables at designated dump sites/landfill.

• In addition to the Equipment Operator I duties, successfully complete the route without assistance.
• Completion of the route with no accidents.
• Train Equipment Operator I employees in the proper use of equipment.
• Observation of safe practices of untrained employees.

Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Operating characteristics and servicing of one or more types of solid waste handling equipment.
• Work hazards and applicable safety precautions associated with assigned equipment and Division operations.
• Applicable traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations involved in the operation of assigned equipment.
• Safe driving principles and practices.

• Operate and care for a variety of tools, machinery, and equipment used in the area of work assigned.
• Safely operate motor vehicles and equipment.

• Complete assigned route by following written and printed instructions.
• Read maps and write reports.
• Maintain a safe driving record.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both internally and externally.
• Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values – Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do.
• Perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division’s mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.

• Lead, manage, and perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division’s mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.

This is an entry-level position designed to familiarize the employee with various equipment and routes.

Previous experience in the safe operation of large commercial equipment is preferred.

A high school diploma or GED is required.

A valid Texas Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brake endorsement is required.

A minimum of sixty (60) days of experience with the operation and servicing of City of Abilene Solid Waste equipment and service routes or prior equivalent experience is required.

Completed training on assigned equipment as verified by the assigned trainer on a Training Completion form is required.

A high school diploma or GED is required.

A valid Texas Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brake endorsement is required.

Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:

Exposure to noise, outdoors, vibration, chemicals, and mechanical hazards.

Ability to travel to different sites.

With or without accommodation, the “X” indicates the overall strength demand of the position during a typical workday:

___ Sedentary – lifting of no more than 10 pounds

___ Light – lifting no more than 20 pounds; carrying up to 10 pounds

_X_ Medium – lifting no more than 50 pounds; carrying up to 25 pounds

___ Heavy – lifting no more than 100 pounds; carrying up to 50 pounds

___ Very Heavy – team lifting over 100 pounds; carrying more than 50 pounds

The following describes whether or not the position is expected to exert the physical demands listed during a typical workday as well as the overall frequency of the task: