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Operates a grapple truck, or fifth-wheel unit, to transport and dispose of solid waste material collected from City commercial and residential locations.
No specific education requirement. Three years of experience operating vehicles of at least 66,000 pounds (GVW). A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy.
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Valid Class A commercial driver’s license is required. Position requires an acceptable driving record in accordance with City of Las Cruces policies.
General knowledge of: safe and effective operation and use of related tools and equipment and minor equipment maintenance; principles, techniques and practices of effective and respectful customer service; occupational and environmental safety and health hazards, and safety regulations, procedures, and practices; principles of record keeping and records management; business and personal computers standard business software applications; City organization, operations, policies and procedures to effectively perform the required functions and duties of the position.
Ability to: perform a variety of duties and responsibilities timely and with accuracy to meet time-sensitive deadlines and to ensure achievement of goals and objectives; read, understand, interpret, and ensure compliance with a variety of specifications, manuals, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations governing related activities, programs, and functions; inspect and maintain the proper condition of vehicles and equipment; safely and effectively operate associated tools, equipment and motor vehicles; navigate across even and uneven surfaces; communicate appropriately and effectively orally and in writing; use sound judgment in decision-making with limited supervision in routine operations and during malfunctions or other emergencies; maintain concentration; compile applicable information and maintain accurate records; prepare and present accurate and reliable reports; review documents and extract relevant information; operate a two-way communication device to communicate with other employees and supervisors; establish and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with employees and the public; use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines to successfully meet established goals and objectives.
Skills in: proficient and effective use and operation of vehicles,equipment, tools, and techniques required to successfully perform the functions of the position; analyzing issues, evaluating alternatives, and making logical recommendations to address issues and/or improve services, procedures, and methods based on findings; reading, interpreting, and communicating policies, regulations, and technical procedures and information; using independent judgment and personal initiative; maintaining complete and accurate records; operating a personal computer with installed generic and specialized software; assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands; interpreting technical instructions and analyzing complex variables.
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Full Time
$43k-56k (estimate)
05/01/2024
05/15/2024
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