Sanitation Operator

SUMMARY

Performs a wide variety of semi-skilled and complex skilled work in the operation of equipment, machinery and tools used in collection and disposal of solid waste.

Other duties may be assigned.

• Operates all equipment such as sanitation trucks, large front-end loader, backhoe, and other equipment used in collection and disposal of solid waste.
• Responds to emergency calls as required.
• Checks and services assigned equipment; performs routine maintenance and emergency repairs; reports mechanical problems for shop repair.
• Trains less experienced personnel in the care of and operation of assigned equipment.
• Assists other departments as directed.
• Performs any one of the duties typical of a laborer position.

Exercises supervision over personnel as assigned.

Works under general supervision of a working foreman.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and three years of experience as or in a position equivalent to Sanitation Operator I; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Working knowledge of equipment operating principles and practices; skill in the operation of assigned equipment; ability to perform minor maintenance functions; ability to learn and follow standard safety practices and procedures common to equipment operation.

Must possess a valid Wyoming Commercial Driver's License of the required status; ability to be insured under the City's municipal automobile insurance coverage; must be at least 18 years of age.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.