What are the responsibilities and job description for the Motor Equipment Operator (Sanitation) position at City of North Myrtle Beach?
| Education: | High School diploma or GED |
| Experience: | One to two years of experience in equipment operation |
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Must be physically able to operate an automobile, dump truck, residential refuse truck, tractor, shovels, rakes, and other small tools. Must be able to exert in excess of one hundred pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of fifty pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of twenty pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Very Heavy Work must be able to lift and/or carry weights of ten to fifty pounds.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Oversees the work of trades workers in the collection of residential garbage and debris, and the operation of garbage collection equipment.
Operates and maintains a refuse truck in collecting refuse on residential routes.
Operates medium to heavy-duty vehicles for the purpose of collecting refuse from dumpsters and transporting to transfer station.
Ensures each residential stop on rout is left clean.
Practices safe operation and utilization of all equipment and machinery in compliance with established safety procedures.
Inspects machinery and equipment daily to ensure proper condition for the completion of daily responsibilities; performs necessary preventive repair and maintenance; services vehicle as needed including washing exterior, cleaning interior, greasing, fueling, etc.; ensures bolts, hoses and pins are properly secured.
Reports all equipment malfunctions to immediate supervisor.
Provides information to citizens as requested regarding garbage collection and related activities.
Operates various types of equipment and machinery such as a residential garbage truck, tractor, and dump truck; utilizes various tools such as shovels, rakes, brooms, hoes, pitch forks, etc.; wears protective clothing such as gloves, goggles, and vest.
Remains abreast of street locations and current traffic laws.
Interacts and communicates with various individuals involved in the activities of the department such as supervisors, customers, City employees, etc.
Works weekends and significant overtime required.
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Assists in beach cleaning activities.
Assists in trash and litter collection.
Performs other related duties as required.
Salary : $40,000