Equipment Operator I​/II​/III- Environmental Services

Equipment Operator

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Work with supportive supervisors & a collaborative team

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Terrific traditional and non traditional benefits including...

Paid vacation and sick time

11 paid holiday days

2 Kaiser and 2 Cigna healthcare plans to choose from

EAP for free personal and financial counseling

Generous employer retirement contributions

A robust health & wellness program

And so much more!

Operates light or heavy equipment and performs semi-skilled to skilled work in the maintenance and construction of streets, and trash/recycling operations. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from level I or, when filled from the outside, require directly related experience. All positions in this class are expected to exhibit outstanding customer service skills and interact in a positive manner with the public.

Equipment Operator I:
Under general supervision, this class in the Equipment Operator series is expected to operate a range of heavy motor equipment and skilled work in the construction and maintenance of streets, or trash/recycling collection operations. Incumbents are not required to have directly related work experience. Work is observed and reviewed both during performance and upon completion. Instruction or changes in procedures or exceptions to rules are explained in detail as required.

Equipment Operator II:
This is the journey-level class in the Equipment Operator series responsible for the operation of all heavy motor equipment and skilled work in the construction and maintenance of streets or trash/recycling collection operations. Incumbents assigned to this class are expected to perform the full range of work assigned to this class, be fully proficient in the safe operation of all heavy equipment within the assigned division, and work with considerable independence and initiative.

Must be able to complete assignments on time and within projected costs with limited supervision.

Equipment Operator III:
Under minimal supervision, this class in the Equipment Operator series serves as a crew leader in the performance of skilled work in the maintenance and construction of streets, trash/recycle collection, and other special assignments.

Environmental Services Performs trash, recycle, and waste diversion service in normal as well as extreme conditions such as inclement weather, heavy traffic, and other challenging service conditions. Safely operates a variety of heavy trucks and equipment such as side loaders, front loaders, and grappler trucks. Collects various trash and recycle throughout the City. Supports daily assigned residential, city building, and/or commercial routes.

Reads and interprets paper & electronic route mapping. Records, tracks, and submits route, truck, and customer issues. Washes, fuels, lubricates, and may perform light repairs on all assigned equipment. Trains others in heavy truck and equipment operation, customer service, and route management. Supports City trash/recycle container maintenance and delivery. Supports and may act as lead worker at weekend services and events such as electronic recycling and tree branch recycling.

Maintains assigned facility parking and service areas such as garage, outdoor parking, container yard, and warehouse. Supports recycle and/or waste diversion presentations and festival activities. Compiles, records, and interprets various reporting data. Regularly performs mathematical calculations. May order, build, deliver, repair, and clean automated refuse and recycle collection containers; operates a forklift to unload transport truck deliveries of automated containers.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/

Experience:

Equipment Operator I:
High school diploma or GED; familiarity in the operation of heavy motorized equipment in construction and maintenance preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. Equipment Operator II:
In addition to previous requirements, must be proficient in divisional heavy motorized equipment in construction and maintenance or trash/recycle collection. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. Equipment Operator III:
In addition to previous requirements, one year experience operating all Operational specific equipment in construction and maintenance, and one year experience as crew leader. Must be able to work the equipment at an acceptable production rate. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Licensing/Certification Requirements:
Equipment Operator I/II/III
- Environmental Services:
Valid Colorado Class B Commercial Driver's License with a safe driving record.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Equipment Operator I:
Knowledge of the policies, procedures and goals of the city of Thornton and the department. Knowledge of laws…