What are the responsibilities and job description for the BALER/HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR position at City of Pierre?
The City of Pierre seeks a passionate individual to join our team in making Pierre one of the best places to live, work, and visit. This position is responsible for operating equipment at the baling facility, material recovery site and landfill to bale and dispose of solid waste. Hours involve varying shifts during the week and work on some weekends and holidays.
JOB TITLE: Baler Equipment/Operator
DEPARTMENT: Landfill, City of Pierre
JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for operating equipment to collect and dispose of solid waste.
MAJOR DUTIES:
o Operates a loader to push solid waste onto conveyor.
o Operates an overhead hoist system to load bales.
o Drives semi truck with walking floor trailer to haul bales to landfill.
o Operates baler with conveyor and bale bagging system to bale waste
o Operates loader, scraper, D8 dozer, steel wheel compactor and compost turner at the facilities
o Cleans daily around facility, including shoveling and pressure-spraying.
o Fuels equipment and performs routine preventive maintenance such as lubricating, changing oil and filters, and checking fluid levels.
o Operates garbage truck to pick up solid waste; serves as backup driver for solid waste collection.
o Conducts random waste inspections at baling facility.
o Performs other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:
o Knowledge of city policies and procedures.
o Knowledge of department and safety policies and procedures.
o Knowledge of basic equipment maintenance procedures.
o Skill in operating such equipment as a bobcat, forklift, and trucks, front end loaders and other heavy equipment.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Solid Waste Manager assigns work in terms of somewhat general instructions. The work is spot-checked in progress and reviewed upon completion for compliance with established procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results.
GUIDELINES: Guidelines include state and federal regulations, city and safety policies and procedures, and supervisory instructions. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.
COMPLEXITY: The work consists of related duties in collecting and transporting solid waste. Varying weather conditions contribute to the complexity of the work.
SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to operate equipment used in solid waste handling. Successful performance facilitates the work of the department and helps ensure a safe and pleasant environment for city residents.
PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with co-workers and the general public.
PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to provide services.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee must frequently lift light and heavy objects, use equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and distinguish between shades of color.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed in a warehouse and outdoors. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, irritating chemicals, foul odors, and inclement weather. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, or gloves.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: None.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
o Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations.
o Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant
to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
o Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Class A commercial driver’s license with air brakes and tanker endorsement issued by the State of South Dakota.
Qualifications
Must possess or have the ability to obtain at the city’s expense a SD Class A commercial driver’s license with air brakes and tanker endorsements. Experience welding, operating a front-end loader, compactor, scarab, dozer and scraper and driving a semi tractor and trailer desirable.
Miscellaneous Information
UP TO A $3,000 HIRING BONUS! Hours involve varying shifts during the week and work on some weekends and holidays.
Salary : $28