Light Equipment Operator – Landfill

JOB REQUIREMENTS: DEFINITION: Performs a variety of tasks requiring
manual labor as well as skilled work of a varied nature in the operation
of motorized equipment categorized as light equipment; collects and
disposes windblown material. does related work as required. Maintains
and cleans facility and equipment. Assists in recycling activities. Cuts
grass by using a power mower, roto-tiller and weed wacker.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Employees in this class perform a
variety of tasks involving manual labor as well as in the operation of
multi-purpose equipment requiring a degree of skill, especially in
working grades and in operating equipment more efficiently and safely.
Employees in this class are trained to operate the full range of light
equipment but may be assigned to operate specific equipment for their
assignment. Standard procedures are followed and the work is inspected
periodically for safety and economy of operation by a supervisor. The
Light Equipment Operator differs from the higher class of Medium
Equipment Operator based upon the equipment operated, although, a Light
Equipment Operator may train to operate higher rated equipment. TYPICAL
TASKS: Collect and dispose litter and windblown material. Perform all
work in a safe manner utilizing proper personal protective equipment
(PPE). Construct and maintain fences and signs. Fuel, clean, grease,
maintain, and inspect trucks and equipment. Assist in the repair.
Rehabilitation, and replacement of structures and pipes. Maintain and
clean facilities. Assist in recycling activities. Transport equipment,
construction supplies and materials. Use a variety of hand and power
tools. Operate a variety of equipment as required. Observe safety
precautions to prevent accidents to crew and equipment. Complete daily
logs, work orders, inspection reports, surveys and other records or
reports as required, providing complete documentation of necessary
information. Refer construction or assignment related problems to
Working Foreman for resolution. Refer problems and citizen complaints to
the supervisor or division manager for resolution. Perform turf
maintenance by way of mowing, line trimming, edging, seeding/mulching.
Remove snow from city lots and streets using a pickup truck with a plow
or a dump truck with a plow and wing. Empty garbage receptacles. Assist
in demolition activities. Erect and maintain erosion control devices.
Assist Maintenance and Construction Division as required. Assist in
jetting/vactoring operations. Perform general inspections of collection
system as required. Operate trailer mounted pumps and a trailer mounted
pressure washer. Respond to emergency and overtime call outs as
required, performing necessary activities and referring questions or
problems to the Working Foreman or Supervisor. Perform related duties as
assigned. OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Working
knowledge of: Road maintenance and construction procedures, materials,
and equipment. Occupational hazards and the safety precautions for
performing light equipment operator tasks. Ability to: Operate
multi-purpose motorized equipment in a thorough, effective and efficient
manner. Use and care for tools and equipment used in the general
maintenance, construction and repair work. Understand and follow oral
and written instruction. Establish and maintain effective working
relationships with supervisors, co-workers and the public. Make minor
repairs and adjustments of equipment. Keep records for billing purposes.
Work under adverse weather conditions. Safely lift 60 pounds from ground
level to overhead level. Perform the physical requirements of the
position. Training and experience: Any combination of training and
experience which would provide the required knowledges and abilities is
qualifying. A typical way to obtain these knowledges and abilities would
be: Equivalent to high school graduation or possession of GED
certif cation and six months experience performing laboring tasks in the
operation of road equipment and in road construction or maintenance.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/superiorwi