Equipment Operator

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Equipment Operator operates heavy equipment in the maintenance of the Chaffee County Landfill. Also assists in the scale house.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duty statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or marginal duties that may be required. The County reserves the right to modify, change or add duties or essential functions of this job at any time, with or without advance notice.

· Operates heavy equipment such as bulldozer, road grader, compactor, backhoe, truck, testing equipment in the movement of refuse and dirt to maintain the Landfill area.

· May assist the Road and Bridge Department in performing similar equipment operations.

· Operates various hand and power tools.

· Builds and maintains Landfill roads using appropriate equipment.

· Loads and hauls dirt for refuse cover.

· Assists with recycling of e-waste.

· Operates a trash compactor to assist with the disposal of refuse.

· Maintains Landfill equipment and performs minor repairs as necessary.

· Performs customer service duties including collection of Landfill fees.

· Work schedule includes working Saturdays, some holidays.

· Performs other duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· Ability to operate heavy equipment and/or automobiles/trucks.

· Ability to apply problem solving skills; develop solutions for unanticipated issues and challenges.

· Ability to work with other people taking into consideration, among the dynamics, their needs, their personal styles, and the requirements of their jobs.

· Ability to understand and perform mathematical computations.

· Ability to read and understand written materials.

· Ability to use office equipment such as a calculator and computer.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

· High school diploma or equivalent.

· Colorado drivers license, clean motor vehicle record.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

· 1 years of experience operating heavy equipment, hand and power tools.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Ability to conduct activities involving extensive sitting.

· Ability to lift and/or carry, push and/or pull burdens weighing up to 50 lbs. on a daily basis and up to 100 lbs. on an infrequent basis.

· Ability to grasp and manipulate tools and equipment and operate heavy equipment.

· Ability to conduct activities involving stooping, kneeling/bending, crouching, crawling, climbing, twisting, and reaching on a daily basis.

· Ability to distinguish small objects at near and far distances in conditions of bright or low light; ability to distinguish depth and see objects in a wide field of vision.

· Ability to use olfactory sensory capabilities to detect and locate hazardous chemicals, objects, and situations.

· Ability to participate in person or via telephone/radio, and distinguish telephone/radio, equipment, and other auditory tones.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The majority of this position's duties are performed in an outside environment. The employee may experience daily exposure to elements such as extreme heat, cold, humidity or wetness. May be frequently exposed to various hazards including loud noise, mechanical and electrical hazards, fumes, odors, dust, chemicals and poor ventilation.

This position has been determined to be a moderate exposure risk to biohazards. Employees are advised that exposure to a biohazard may result in severe illness or death. Employees are required to use protective equipment and clothing. Vaccination is recommended for tetanus and hepatitis.

HOW TO APPLY:

Visit our website, www.chaffeecounty.org/Finance and HR Job Opportunities to obtain an employment application and instructions to send resume, letter of interest and the employment application for hiring manager review.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $26.44 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Salida, CO 81201: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $26