What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Truck Operator/Maintenance Worker position at Augusta Water?
Responsibilities: Operate a water truck in order to control dust emissions and to clean paved surfaces. Perform wash downs and grease jobs on landfill trucks and equipment. Maintain shop and other landfill facilities. etc. Operate mowing equipment to maintain the grounds around landfill facilities. Work as a Public Use Site attendant during times of excessive traffic or as needed.
Essential Job Functions: Operate a water truck to provide dust control. Operate zero turn lawnmower, string trimmer, chainsaw, farm tractor, and bush hog. Maintain work areas and equipment in a clean and orderly manner. Remove trash, debris, mud, and snow from paved and unpaved landfill roads using a shovel or snow thrower. Perform general maintenance and basic repair on lawnmowers, weed eaters, etc. Use hand tools and perform a variety of manual tasks. Operate a 30-ton haul truck as needed. Load and operate a hydro-seeder and pull hydro-seeder with a wheel loader. Operate all equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Paint landfill buildings and equipment. Fill in at the Public Use Site as needed. Direct incoming refuse to proper dumping sites. Observe all safety rules, regulations, and practices. Report any unsafe working conditions or maintenance needs to the Landfill Field Supervisor or Facility Manager. Other duties as assigned.
Required experience: High school graduate or equivalent. Must possess a valid Virginia Driver’s License. A CDL license is preferred but not required. Have some experience in manual labor and pump and small engine repair. Ability to communicate, both verbally and written in English to understand directions, procedures, and communicate with others. Must understand basic mathematics, have mechanical aptitude, and be able to use general hand tools.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $39,520.00 - $49,400.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Overtime
- Rotating weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $39,520 - $49,400
