Solid Waste Operator CDL | Landfill

Minimum Starting Salary is $21.3408 hourly, depending on qualifications

The City of Waco Seeks

A reliable candidate capable of operating specialized heavy equipment to move, grade, and cover landfill materials at the City landfill or transfer station disposal facilities for the Public Works Department, Solid Waste Division.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Texas Class B Commercial Driver's License required within 90 Days of employment.
• Applicant must hold a written permit at the time of application.
• 6 months of heavy equipment operations and/or commercial vehicle experience

Preferred:

• H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent

Position Overview

Under basic supervision, operates specialized heavy equipment at the City landfill or transfer station disposal facilities for the Public Works Department, Solid Waste Division.

Essential Functions

• Operates a variety of vehicles and equipment at the City landfill and transfer station in accordance with all safety regulations; performs manual labor tasks as needed; maintains daily work logs and records; provides customer service as needed; performs duties within the scope of authority and training and in compliance with City policies; duties may vary according to job assignment.
• Operates specialized heavy equipment to move, grade, and cover landfill and transfer station materials; monitors work environment for safety and continually screens all materials at the landfill in order to identify hazardous and prohibited waste; utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed; inspects and maintains vehicles and equipment according to City standards.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information.
• May be required to respond after hours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City-wide emergency.