Equipment Operator Trainee - IV (Driver/Driver Trainee - Garbage/Recycle)
Company: City of Boynton Beach, FL
Location: Boynton Beach
Posted on: September 17, 2022
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Job Description:
Purpose of Classification To view the video above available with
captions/subtitles visit: Equipment Operator Trainee - Starting at
$15.00 per hour: The purpose of this classification is to perform
manual and entry-level skilled work as part of a crew engaged in
refuse collections and operations of Solid Waste routes. Work is
physical in nature and under the direct supervision of a Crew
Supervisor or Solid Waste Supervisor. Equipment Operator I -
Starting at $16.08 per hour: The purpose of this classification is
to drive or operate vehicles (tandem-axle or special solid waste
vehicles), and other equipment where driving and maneuvering the
vehicle constitutes the majority of the work required to complete
tasks for solid waste removal. Equipment in this classification
does not involve the operation of additional mechanisms other than
those that are simple and routine requiring little extra dexterity
and finesse. Classification is reserved for those positions where
operation of included equipment is the primary function of the job.
Equipment Operator II - Starting at $17.70 per hour: The purpose of
this classification is to drive and operate vehicles, tractors, and
other equipment with specialized functions that involve the
operation of mechanisms to complete solid waste removal tasks in
addition to driving and maneuvering the vehicle. Equipment/vehicles
in this classification have mechanisms that are somewhat complex to
operate, requiring more dexterity and finesse. Equipment Operator
II's operate larger vehicles requiring a higher level of skill than
those at Equipment Operator I level to drive and maneuver in and
around confined areas. Equipment Operator III - Starting at $19.32
per hour: The purpose of this classification is to drive and
operate Solid Waste vehicles and other equipment with specialized
functions that involve the operation of complex mechanisms to
complete tasks in addition to driving and maneuvering the vehicle.
Equipment in this classification is automated, requiring a high
level of skill, dexterity, and finesse. Classification is reserved
for those positions where operation of included equipment is the
primary function of the job. Equipment Operator IV - Starting at
$20.95 per hour: The purpose of this classification is to drive and
operate all Solid Waste vehicles. Equipment in this classification
includes larger, high capacity vehicles requiring a high level of
skill to drive and maneuver in and around confined spaces, and with
mechanisms that are different, complex and difficult to operate,
requiring skill, dexterity and finesse. Classification is reserved
for those positions where operation of included equipment is the
primary function of the job. NOTE: This posting is for current and
future opening within the Solid Waste division. This recruitment
will be open until filled. Essential Functions Equipment Operator
Trainee - Starting at $15.00 per hour: The following duties and
functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of
the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are
not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific
statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from
the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical
assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required
and assigned. Rolls carts out to and from delivery truck. Drives
and operates the dumpster delivery truck as a Florida Class E
driver's license operator. Performs pre-trip and post-trip
inspections on vehicle. Obeys all traffic laws and safety
guidelines; uses personal protective equipment (PPE) as
required.Performs manual handling and loading of trash and garbage
into the Solid Waste garbage truck.Operates the packing blades,
sweep handles and hopper control levers of the Solid Waste
truck.Operates the cart tipper of the Solid Waste truck to service
garbage and recycling carts.Manually services recycling bins,
boxes, and other unspecified commodities. Operates the cart repair
truck, rollout cart delivery truck, dumpster delivery truck and
other Solid Waste equipment in the daily performance of
duties.Complies with local, state and federal safety regulations
under the guidance and direction of a Solid Waste CDL driver.
Maintains specified routes to collect and load refuse containers
into truck; assists and directs driver when backing up truck;
cleans up spills and debris from ground; and cleans out truck prior
to the end of shift.Performs accommodation service requirements of
garbage carts, pails and bags pursuant to the Americans with
Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) as required.Performs heavy
manual labor for extended periods as required by work assignments
and occasionally performs work in adverse weather
conditions.ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS Participates in emergency-related
operations such as flood and hurricane debris removal.Performs
other related duties as assigned. Equipment Operator I - Starting
at $16.08 per hour: The following duties and functions, as outlined
herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks
performed within this classification. They are not listed in any
order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the
duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification
if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this
classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Performs
Pre-trip and Post-trip inspections. Inspects and prepares equipment
for safe and proper operation prior to beginning work for the day;
reports to supervisor all notable issues found during inspections;
performs light maintenance on equipment, which includes greasing
and lubing of equipment, refueling, and refilling lubricants;
cleans vehicles, beds, and mounted equipment upon completion of
assignments; secures vehicle after use.Drives trucks and other
vehicles in order to perform solid waste daily assignments.
Maneuvers in and around traffic, parked cars, crew workers,
equipment, and other obstacles; obeys all traffic laws and safety
guidelines; monitors immediate environment and work area to ensure
the safety of operator, other workers, the equipment, and the
public; uses personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.Drives
assigned truck along a prescribed residential and/or commercial
areas to collect garbage, trash or recycled materials; makes
frequent stops at appropriate intervals to position truck near bulk
piles or refuse containers; avoids backing of vehicle whenever
possible to perform tasks; performs physical work functions in
retrieving and sorting recyclable materials into hopper; attaches
hopper to truck, closes tailgate and operates mechanism to dump at
the appropriate disposal location.Maintains the pace of collection
activities by determining the length of time spent on route or at
each stop in order to ensure timely completion of assigned
route.Weighs solid waste collection trucks individually as they
enter and exit landfill; weighs and separates recyclable products
from solid waste, and sorts them according to category.Performs
basic and semi-skilled labor as appropriate to perform various
solid waste assignments; picks up paper, limbs, and other debris;
manually moves loads and arranges materials.Performs skilled work
in the operation of solid waste equipment. Responsibilities vary
from servicing garbage at residential to commercial locations
throughout the City where designated garbage cans are used.
Frequently exits and re-enters garbage truck to manually pick up
carts, bags, trash and vegetation. Pulls and/or pushes garbage cans
from properties to the rear end loader of the garbage truck and
positions garbage cans on the tipper, which may require lifting;
operates the mechanism to dump the garbage into the truck; places
garbage cans to the curbside.Uses an onboard computer system to
navigate routes electronically in order to complete tasks.Operates
a manual rear load garbage truck, a manual rear load recycle truck,
and a dump truck. May be assigned to operate a manual side load EVO
truck.Performs accommodation service requirements of garbage carts,
pails and bags pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act
Amendments Act (ADAAA) as required.ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS Operates
vehicles normally assigned to Equipment Operator Trainees as needed
to complete division or departmental projects and workload.Performs
other related duties as required. Equipment Operator II - Starting
at $17.70 per hour: The following duties and functions, as outlined
herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks
performed within this classification. They are not listed in any
order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the
duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification
if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this
classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Performs
Pre-trip and Post-trip inspections. Inspects and prepares equipment
for safe and proper operation prior to beginning work for the day;
reports to supervisor all notable issues found during inspections;
performs light maintenance on equipment, which includes greasing
and lubing of equipment, refueling, and refilling lubricants;
cleans vehicles, beds, and mounted equipment upon completion of
assignments; secures vehicle after use.Drives trucks and other
vehicles in order to perform solid waste daily assignments in
residential waste bulk/trash section. Maneuvers in and around
traffic, parked cars, crew workers, equipment, and other obstacles;
obeys all traffic laws and safety guidelines; monitors immediate
environment and work area to ensure the safety of operator, other
workers, the equipment, and the public; uses personal protective
equipment (PPE) as required.Operates over-the-top manual recycle
truck and grapple truck as required. May be assigned to operate
bulk trash rear steer.Drives larger, difficult to drive vehicles
requiring a higher level of skill than that needed at Operator I
level to maneuver in and around confined areas for the purpose of
transporting materials from site to site, such as a dump truck,
grapple truck. Utilizes rear steer and grapple trucks to retrieve
large piles, bulk, vegetation, construction waste and recyclable
materials for dumping. Operates hydraulic and hoisting mechanisms
to dispose of loads, taking care to avoid flipping bulk items or
spilling contents; secures all doors, gates, and fasteners to
prevent spillage or loss of load during transport; transports and
delivers load to destinations such as landfill and transfer
stations.Operates all Level I Equipment Operator assigned trucks as
needed (rear load, EVO, rear load recycle, and dump trucks to
complete division or departmental workload.Uses an onboard computer
system to navigate routes electronically in order to complete
tasks.Drives assigned truck along a prescribed residential and/or
commercial areas to collect garbage, trash or recycled materials;
makes frequent stops at appropriate intervals to position truck
near bulk piles or containers, avoiding backing of vehicle whenever
possible; frequently exits and re-enters garbage truck to manually
pick up carts, bags, trash and vegetation; performs physical work
functions in retrieving and sorting recyclable materials into
hopper; attaches hopper to truck, closes tailgate and operates
mechanism to dump at the appropriate disposal location.Maintains
the pace of collection activities to ensure timely completion of
assigned route.Weighs solid waste collection trucks individually as
they enter and exit landfill; weighs and separates recyclable
products from solid waste, and sorts them according to
category.Performs accommodation service requirements of garbage
carts, pails and bags pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities
Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) as required. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Performs essential functions normally performed by Equipment
Operator Trainees and Level I operators as needed, to complete
division or departmental workload.Works with other divisions on
emergency calls.Performs other related duties as required.
Equipment Operator III - Starting at $19.32 per hour: The following
duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be
representative of the type of tasks performed within this
classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The
omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not
exclude them from the classification if the work is similar,
related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other
duties may be required and assigned. Performs Pre-trip and
Post-trip inspections. Inspects and prepares equipment for safe and
proper operation prior to beginning work for the day; reports to
supervisor all notable issues found during inspections; performs
light maintenance on equipment, which includes greasing and lubing
of equipment, refueling, and refilling lubricants; cleans vehicles,
beds, and mounted equipment upon completion of assignments; secures
vehicle after use.Operates various equipment and automated vehicles
to complete tasks related to Solid Waste; drives vehicles over
public roads, work sites, right-of-ways, parks, Public Works
facilities, and other City property; maneuvers in and around
traffic, parked cars, equipment, utilities, and other obstacles;
obeys all traffic laws and safety guidelines; monitors immediate
environment and work area to ensure the safety of operator, other
workers, the equipment, and the public; uses personal protective
equipment (PPE) as required.Operates all Level I and II Equipment
Operator assigned trucks as needed (rear load, rear load recycle,
dump, over-the-top recycle, bulk trash rear steer and grapple
truck). Weighs capacities to load materials into trucks; positions
equipment and controls height, angle, and position of equipment for
pick-up of garbage carts, bulk piles, garbage pails and bags;
controls amount and weight of materials being lifted to avoid
exceeding equipment capacity.Uses an onboard computer system to
navigate routes electronically in order to complete tasks.Drives
and operates automated side load garbage truck to collect garbage
and debris from work sites and transport to the landfill or
transfer station; avoids backing of vehicle whenever possible to
perform tasks; positions vehicle alongside targeted debris;
operates truck to upload materials into the truck; secures all
doors, gates, and fasteners to prevent spillage or loss of load
during transport; takes necessary precautions to ensure that both
the load and vehicle are properly distributed and balanced; dumps
material at appropriate location. Controls placement of equipment
and determines optimum approach to each scenario in order to avoid
destruction of property or damage to electric, water, sewer, and
other public utility lines.Performs accommodation service
requirements of garbage carts, pails and bags pursuant to the
Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) as required.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS Performs essential functions normally
performed by Equipment Operator Trainee, Level I and II operators
as needed, to complete division or departmental workload.Works with
other divisions on emergency calls.Performs other related duties as
required. Equipment Operator IV - Starting at $20.95 per hour: The
following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to
be representative of the type of tasks performed within this
classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The
omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not
exclude them from the classification if the work is similar,
related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other
duties may be required and assigned. Performs pre-trip and
post-trip inspections. Inspects and prepares equipment for safe and
proper operation prior to beginning work for the day; reports to
supervisor all notable issues found during inspections; performs
light maintenance on equipment, which includes greasing and lubing
of equipment, refueling, and refilling lubricants; cleans vehicles,
beds, and mounted equipment upon completion of assignments; secures
vehicle after use.Drives vehicles over public roads, work sites,
rights-of-way, parks, public works facilities, and other City and
commercial property; maneuvers in and around traffic, parked cars,
equipment, utilities, and other obstacles; obeys all traffic laws
and safety guidelines; monitors immediate environment and work area
to ensure the safety of operator, other workers, the equipment, and
the public; uses personal protective equipment (PPE) as
required.Operates all Level I, II and III Equipment Operator trucks
as assigned (rear load, rear load recycle, dump, over-the-top
recycle, bulk trash rear steer, grapple truck. Drives and operates
roll off, commercial front load and similar vehicle-trailer
combination vehicles, requiring a high level of skill to maneuver
in and around confined areas for the purposes of transporting
materials from site to site. Avoids backing of vehicle whenever
possible to perform tasks. Retrieves large bins or dumpsters used
to collect commercial and industrial waste, construction and
recyclable materials for dumping. Operates hydraulic and hoisting
mechanisms to hoist bins/dumpsters or bundled materials onto truck,
taking care to avoid flipping bin or spilling contents; transports
and delivers load to the designated disposal site; returns dumpster
bins to appropriate site.Drives commercial front load and roll off
recycle trucks along a prescribed commercial or residential route
to collect recycled materials, such as cardboard, and delivers to
the designated disposal site.Maintains the pace of collection
activities to ensure timely completion of assigned route.Weighs
solid waste collection trucks individually as they enter and exit
landfill; weighs and separates recyclable products from Solid Waste
Authority (SWA), and sorts them according to category.Performs
accommodation service requirements of garbage carts, pails and bags
pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act
(ADAAA) as required.ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS Performs essential
functions normally performed by Equipment Operator Trainee, Level
I, II and III operators as needed, to complete division or
departmental workload.Works with other divisions on emergency
calls.Performs other related duties as required. Minimum
Qualifications Equipment Operator Trainee - Starting at $15.00 per
hour:
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