Light Equipment Operator

HOURLY: $13.60 JOB OBJECTIVES: Under immediate supervision of the Director of Sanitation or his/her designee. Is responsible for general labor of corresponding department. Will occasionally prepare simple reports and/or records on a daily basis. Position has little or no contact with the public. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Sorts and/or bales recyclable material. Assists in cleaning equipment, conveyor, hand tools, and trucks. May perform minor repairs to the equipment and conveyor. Performs manual work. Assists other personnel in the department whenever necessary. Assists on other work assignments in the department when requested.

Performs other duties as assigned. EQUIPMENT / MATERIALS: City vehicles, two-way radio, trade tools, general garden tools, weed eaters, push mowers, chain saws, hedgers, blowers, and 15 to 30 horse power garden tractors. WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Works outdoors all day with some unusual working hours or irregular hours.

Must be able to endure the hot sun most days and on occasion inclement weather. Will have exposure to hazards which might result in serious injury, may work under extreme outdoor conditions. Continuous lifting of heavy materials, constant physical movement; demands physical strength associated with hard labor or forceful physical contacts.

Perform physical and manual work on a daily basis. Duties involve considerable bending, lifting, digging, carrying, or walking with little chance for variety, and/or using force equal to lifting 20-50 pounds periodically (chain saws, trash cans, misc. equipment.) Position may include working evening and/or weekend hours.

EDUCATION

/ SKILLS REQUIRED: Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent; however, will be afforded an opportunity to acquire within nine (9) months if the applicant does not possess one at the time of employment. Must have a minimum of six (6) months related experience to perform effectively, with little supervision, in work situations which are varied or which have deviations and irregularities.

Must be able to perform strenuous manual labor tasks; able to follow oral instructions; able to work under extreme weather conditions. Must also possess a valid Texas Drivers’ License with a satisfactory driving record is required. Note: The above duties describe the chief functions of the job and are not to be considered a detailed description of every duty of the job.