What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Operator (Garbage Truck Operator) position at City of Bismarck?
Job Description
This position is responsible operating equipment along an assigned route to collect solid waste.
Examples of Duties
- Operates a garbage truck along an assigned route to collect and transport solid waste.
- Performs equipment safety inspections; performs minor equipment maintenance; notifies supervisors of maintenance or repair needs.
- Collects litter on city right-of-way.
- Paints and repairs dumpsters.
- Supervises the work of assigned Waste Service Workers.
- Performs related duties.
Minimum Qualifications
- Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
- 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.
- Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of North Dakota for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Supplemental Information
- Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of city streets and geography.
- Knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance principles.
- Knowledge of hazardous waste identification principles.
- Skill in planning, organization, and decision making.
- Skill in the supervision of personnel.
- Skill in the operation of solid waste collection equipment.
- Skill in providing customer services.
