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Landfill Equipment Operator I
City of Augusta, GA
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Augusta, GA
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Posted Date
1/21/2025
Description
Salary:
$40,162.00 Annually
Location :
Augusta, GA
Job Type:
Full Time Permanent
Job Number:
201203715
Department:
ENGINEERING
Opening Date:
01/21/2025
Closing Date:
2/5/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
DESCRIPTION
This is an entry-level position in its classification. Operates heavy equipment and off-road complex specialty machines such as yard tractors, farm tractors, bulldozers, compactors, excavators or wheel loaders, waste compactors & dozers at a recycling center, landfill or transfer station for the purpose of transferring, spreading, covering, loading and/or compacting waste or soil in an efficient, safe and effective manner. Work is performed under regular supervision and is carried out in accordance with standardized equipment operation practice and general work instruction. Direction is given through oral and written communications.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Safely and efficiently performs heavy equipment/ specialized machine operation in order to maintain and construct a landfill by using equipment to push trash; maintaining the appropriate grade and compaction levels; hauling dirt; loading truck with excavator; driving truck to work site; combining trash and dirt in order to grade.
Cleans and inspects all types of heavy equipment/machine in an effort to increase life expectancy and improve reliability. Continuously monitor the condition of the equipment to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time; clean tracks or wheels on equipment, as needed.
Inspects equipment/machine for proper operating condition and loose or worn parts, maintain basic fluid levels on assigned equipment. Perform and document minor service on equipment, referring more complicated mechanical issues to Maintenance Shop for repair. Reports defects or damage to equipment to the appropriate authority
Drives large tractor-trailer rigs and low-boys to transport solid waste between transfer stations and the landfill or to move construction equipment to and from job sites; positions vehicle to allow for the most efficient and effective loading or unloading of equipment and materials; and secures all doors, gates, and fasteners to prevent spillage or loss of load
Utilizes safety equipment and wears protective gear: monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; monitors traffic conditions surrounding trucks and equipment to identify obstructions, pedestrians, or unsafe traffic conditions; flags and directs traffic and places markers, signs and cones around project and work site to ensure safety of crew and the traveling public; and reports any incidents, accidents, problems, or unusual situations.
Communicates with supervisor, coworkers, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems: communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages or directs calls to appropriate personnel; and returns as necessary.
Provides coverage during special events and activities as needed: responds to emergency and disaster situations as needed; provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.
As Required Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.
POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES MAY INCLUDE:
Types of equipment, percentages of equipment use, and areas of assignment may vary
Perform pre- and post- operation inspection of the equipment in accordance with department policy. Safely and efficiently operate equipment that may include: forklifts, excavators, bulldozers, front loaders, articulating trucks, compactors, graders, scrapers, skid steers, and other equipment using proper safety standards.
Continuously monitor the condition of the equipment to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time; clean tracks or wheels on equipment, as needed.
Perform and document minor service on equipment, referring more complicated issues to management for maintenance shop to repair.
Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operation, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education:
High school diploma or GED
Experience:
No experience required. Familarity and understanding of operating equipment in the construction, repair, and/or maintenance of public infrastructure or a related field.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
:
Equipment safety precautions and procedures;
Landscaping methods and procedures;
Traffic safety and control procedures;
Grading techniques;
Erosion control measures and principles;
Road maintenance and repair procedures;
Emergency repair techniques.
Utilizing hand tools;
Performing preventative maintenance;
Using two-way radio and other communication equipment.
Operating heavy equipment
Communication, and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
Licensing
:
Possession of valid driver's license with good driving history. If State license is other than Georgia or South Carolina, applicant must obtain a license in Georgia or South Carolina within 30 days of employment.
Operator of heavy equipment such as dozer, excavator, landfill compactor, and off-road trucks does not require valid Driver's License.
PERFORMANCE APTITUDES:
Physical Abilities
: Tasks involve the regular and sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and prolonged sitting, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).
Sensory Requirements
: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors:
Performance of essential functions may require exposure to such adverse environmental conditions as high pressure gas & water lines, insects, poisonous plants, animals, dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, smoke, temperature and noise extremes, hazardous materials, machinery, vibrations, , traffic hazards, toxic agents, electric currents, disease, raw sewage, violence, disease, blood, or pathogenic substances.
OTHER
OTHER
Does this position require staff call up in an emergency situation?
Is travel from office to other locations required of this position?
f yes, what is the percentage of travel involved? Less than 50%? More than 50%?
Augusta-Richmond County's comprehensive benefit package includes:
Vacation
Holiday
Sick
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Pension
For a more detailed overview of our benefit package, please visit our website below:
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The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to conclude if you meet the minimum qualifications and requirements for this position. Responses relating to your specific work experience and education MUST clearly reflect the requirements shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. Additional information may not be accepted after your application has been submitted. Do you accept these terms?
Yes
No
02
Are you a current employee of Augusta Richmond County?
Yes
No
03
To be eligible to apply for a posted position, a current employee must have performed competently for at least six (6) months in his/her current position. If you are a current employee of Augusta Richmond County, have you been in your current position at least six months?
Yes
No
This question does not apply to me.
04
If you are a current Augusta Richmond County employee, have you received a written reprimand, disciplinary probation, or suspension in the last twelve (12) months? (Informal warnings excluded)
Yes
No
This question does not apply to me.
05
Which of the following best describes your level of education? {Please note: You will be required to provide proof of education. Be sure to have the appropriate documents readily available.}
No High School Diploma or GED
High School Diploma or GED
Some College
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
06
Do you have a valid state operator/driver's license?
Yes
No
07
Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?
Yes
No
08
Which of the following best describes your experience safely operating heavy equipment such as dozer, excavator, landfill compactor and off road trucks?
No experience
Less than one year of experience
One year of experience
Two years of experience
Three or more years of experience
09
Which of the following best describe your familiarity and understanding of operating equipment in the construction, repair, and/or maintenance of public infrastructure or a related field.
None
1-3 Years
4+ Years
Required Question
Salary
19.31 Hour
Trade
Equipment Operator
Per Diem
None
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