What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Operator 1 at Recycling & Solid Waste (1st Shift Hours) position at Outagamie County?
Reporting to the Solid Waste Operations Supervisor, the Equipment Operator I (Solid Waste) performs generalized labor skills and provides light and/or heavy equipment operational support involving Solid Waste and Resource Recovery Operations.
Hours: Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Approximately one Saturday per month: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM with possibilities of overtime
Learn more about our benefits here including being a part of our Wisconsin Retirement System Pension and utilize our on-site and near-site clinic if you take our benefits:
Hours: Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Approximately one Saturday per month: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM with possibilities of overtime
Learn more about our benefits here including being a part of our Wisconsin Retirement System Pension and utilize our on-site and near-site clinic if you take our benefits:
https://www.outagamie.gov/Our-County/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits-Information
Did you know we have an on-site and near-site clinic for employees that take our health benefits? Services at the OC Employee and Family Clinic as well as the employer shared clinic are free and available to employees and their covered dependents enrolled in the health insurance for the current plan year. Primary Health Services provided by Theda Care are available to employees and dependents (ages 12 months and up for most services and ages 12 and up for Physical Therapy), who are covered on a county health plan.
The following duties are most critical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Operates roll off truck.
- Operates other equipment at various locations on site in support of landfill diversion or other resource recovery programs.
- Receives basic equipment training on landfill haul trucks, sweepers, tractor/mowers, loaders, dozers, landfill compaction equipment, excavators, shredders, backhoes, etc.
- Performs hand work using a variety of hand tools such as shovels, rakes, brooms etc.
- Picks up litter and debris; works independently or with a work crew.
- Maintains, cleans, and washes equipment, vehicles, and facilities.
- Services; changes oil, grease, and fuel; and makes minor repairs and adjustments to equipment, works with the mechanics as necessary.
- Completes and submits records of time, location, materials, and equipment used on each project.
- Performs daily pre-trip inspections and routine, preventive maintenance services on equipment.
- Performs minor equipment repairs and reports mechanical issues to appropriate staff.
- Installs daily spray on or other alternative landfill cover systems.
- Operates equipment at transfer station, loads transfer trucks.
- Assists in the installation and maintenance of the landfill gas collection system.
- Receives training in operating refuse compactors and bulldozers by spreading and compacting refuse.
- Receives training in spreading landfill covers, maintaining landfill slopes and surface areas with track type equipment.
- Receives training on loaders, balers, forklifts, conveyor and other ancillary equipment in the single stream recycling facility.
- Performs spotter or traffic control as needed.
- Performs miscellaneous facility and grounds upkeep and maintenance.
- Graduate from high school or G.E.D.
- Equipment Operator I, sound general labor skills and apprentice level experience in the operation of light duty equipment.
- This position does require successful completion of a Post Offer Pre Employment Examination (POPE).
- Within one year of employment valid State of Wisconsin Commercial Driver's License Class B with endorsement N (Tanker) is preferred but not required. As well as the ability to legally operate Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMV's) with Air Brakes. On-site training provided.
- Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to harmonize and align with the mission/vision/purpose/core values/goals of the Department and comply with all policies, and procedures of the Outagamie County Work Rules and Terms of Employment.
- Demonstrated ability to comply with appropriate safety regulations.
- Ability to effectively communicate in English and understand and follow written and oral instructions.
- Ability to work semi-independently making sound decisions using good judgment.
- Ability to use tact and diplomacy when dealing with co-workers, county officials and officers, general public, etc.
- Demonstrated reliability in attendance and flexibility to work hours, especially in adverse weather conditions.
- Ability to organize and maintain accurate and complete records, and prepare clear and comprehensive reports
- Knowledge of and ability to operate and service trucks, tractors, and light equipment.
- Knowledge of traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations involved in equipment operation.
- Ability to work in adverse weather conditions, and cope with distracting vibrations, fumes, dust, etc.
- Ability to read gauges, dials, etc.
- Ability to budget time and schedule work to efficiently complete tasks.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and figure simple mathematical calculations.
- Ability to organize and schedule work effectively and cooperatively with co-workers.
- Ability to walk, bend, stoop, lift, carry; push, pull, and otherwise move objects up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally, understanding and utilizing proper body mechanics.
- Stand/walk
- Sit (driving/operating equipment)
- Lift/carry up to 100 lbs. floor to 3'7" (3'7" height of pickup truck bed)
- Push/pull
- Climbing (on/off equipment)
- Stooping
- Kneeling
- Bending
- Crawling
- Reaching: high/low level
- Finger movement-repetitive
- Repetitive twisting/pressure with wrist or hands
- Both hands required
- Both legs required
- Ability to communicate verbally
- Visual requirements for operator moving machinery/vehicles
Salary : $24 - $32