Transfer Equipment Operator III

Overview

This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:

12/26/25, 2/20/26, 4/17/26 (Final)

Under general supervision, the Transfer Equipment Operator III leads, plans, schedules, and oversees the work of assigned staff while performing the same and/or more difficult duties as those being led; ensures completion of tasks in accordance with established policies and procedures; communicates policies, procedures and job expectations; and provides training to staff.

• Principles and practices of training, mentoring and leadership
• Operational characteristics, services, and activities of assigned programs and functions
• Procedures and policies pertaining to refuse and other source separated recyclable material collection and disposal
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations related to refuse collection and disposal
• Procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as databases and other specialized applications related to area of assignment
• Two-way radio communication devices and other related equipment
• Basic arithmetic (i.e., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, percentages, ratios, and fractions)
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
• Proper methods of lifting and carrying heavy loads
• Heavy duty truck and equipment operation
• Safety rules and regulations pertaining to refuse and other recyclable material collections and equipment operation
• Principles of effective customer service

• Lead and train Transfer Equipment Operators, Collection Equipment Operators, Sanitation Workers, Maintenance Workers, and other staff on site.
• Plan, coordinate, assign, and review the work of staff
• Instruct subordinates and/or new employees in proper work methods
• Research and evaluate work problems, and recommend solutions
• Maintain current operational training records, certification records, such as blue books, and other required records for assigned staff
• Develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with co-workers and the public
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Make arithmetical computations accurately and rapidly
• Read, understand, and adhere to County and department policies and procedures relating to area of assignment
• Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
• Apply customer service skills, including the identification of customer needs and follow up to ensure customer commitments have been met
• Adapt to new technologies, work processes, and equipment
• Safely operate truck-tractor and trailer combinations, wheeled loaders and other equipment commonly used at refuse transfer facilities
• Complete and submit basic written reports when required
• Use electronic technology for record keeping and communication

• Five years of full time, paid experience in a construction, industrial-agriculture, mining, recycling, or waste management environment operating heavy equipment and/or combination vehicles such as combination-tractor-trailers, shuttle trucks, wheeled loaders, wheeled compactors, excavators, sweeper trucks, rough-terrain forklifts, or water trucks
• AND
• Possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s License, Class A without an Airbrake or 5th wheel restriction.

Note: If the word “experience” is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.

Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please  or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice.

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