Equipment Operator I (Solid Waste) (00592)

**General Definition of Work**

• Performs intermediate semiskilled work in the regular operation of medium automotive and construction equipment; does related work as required.
• Work is performed under regular supervision.
  
  

**Essential Functions/Typical Tasks**

• Operating medium equipment in construction, maintenance and repair projects.
  
  

(The following tasks are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Operates large tractor mower and tree cutter cutting vacant and overgrown lots, drainage ditch banks, road shoulders and electric right of ways.
• Operates equipment for processing and hauling wastewater sludge.
• Drives dump truck hauling rocks, dirt, wood and bricks.
• Operates front-end loader loading and unloading trucks.
• Operates street sweeper.
• Operates Cherry Picker, loading and unloading brown and white goods and debris from work sites; puts up banners and decorations.
• Operates asphalt patching equipment to repair and patch streets.
• Assists drainage maintenance crews; lays pipe in ditches and driveways.
• Helps with leaf collection; operates leaf machine; operates brush saw and chipper; feeds brush chipper to clean up brush and logs.
• Performs minor maintenance work on equipment.
• Inspects equipment for safety prior to operating; attends and participates in training sessions.
• Performs construction maintenance and repair tasks when not operating equipment.
• Performs a variety of tasks at landfill such as cutting and stacking wood and separating waste; collects soil samples.
• Assists with snow removal and ice control.
• May be required to work outside normal working hours in an emergency or stand-by status.
• Performs related tasks as required.
  
  

**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**

• General knowledge of the principles and practices of operating medium construction equipment
• General knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation
• General knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary to the proper operation of varied construction and maintenance equipment
• Skill in the use of equipment to which assigned; ability to understand and follow oral and written directions
• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates
  
  

**Requirements**

• **Education and Experience**
• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and some experience in operation and maintenance of medium motorized equipment.
• **Special Requirements **
• Must possess Class A commercial driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.
• May require possession of pesticide/herbicide applicator's license depending on departmental assignment.