What are the responsibilities and job description for the Solid Waste Equipment Operator position at City of Tucson?
Posting Close Date:
Applicants must submit their completed application by 04-06-2025 at 11:59 p.m. MST
Application and Special Instructions
A resume and an uncertified 39-month Motor Vehicle Record (within the last 30 days) are required at the time of application. Applications without a resume and a 39-month MVR will be considered incomplete and will not receive further review. Resumes and MVRs received after the application closing date will not be considered.INTERVIEW INFORMATION:
In-person interviews will be held on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, and if needed on Thursday, April 24, 2025.
Any questions regarding these requirements, please call Demetria B. Zazueta, Lead HR Analyst at (520) 262-3792 or email at EGSD_HR@tucsonaz.gov
ABOUT THIS JOB
Position Specific Summary
The Solid Waste Equipment Operator (SWEO) position in the City of Tucson’s Environmental Services Department operates refuse collection vehicles and various equipment for the safe, efficient, and responsible collection, transportation, and disposal of refuse, trash, debris, and recyclables.
Work is performed under the supervision of the Environmental Services Supervisor. This position does not supervise.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Operates refuse collections vehicles and various equipment within the commercial, residential, brush and bulky, and container maintenance units by following safe driving practices. Collects refuse, recyclables, brush and bulky items, and services all containers on assigned routes. Uses electronic software system to view assigned routes as well as special instructions and updates. Sets and positions containers in an upright manner, ensuring lids are properly closed, and do not block driveways, entrances, or traffic. Reports accidental spills and overflow of containers to supervisor and tags containers to ensure surrounding collection site is free of debris for future servicing.
- Transports and disposes of collected waste at designated waste collection sites in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Tags containers holding unacceptable waste including but not limited to paint, electronics, large appliances, and household hazardous waste. Transports and drops off recyclables to designated recycle centers.
- Provides excellent customer service by maintaining a courteous and professional demeanor during customer interactions. Provides resources and information to customers related to refuse collections or other services. Notifies supervision or Control for Refuse (Control R) dispatch of customer requests. Adheres to required productivity standards, ensuring all customers are serviced in a timely and efficient manner. Executes and follows City policies and departmental operational procedures as pertaining to customer service.
- Communicates with supervisors through two-way radio and utilizes routing software system to communicate location of tagged containers and reason of tagged containers. Immediately notifies supervision and Control R dispatch of incidents, accidents, injuries, property damage, missed containers, or other issues that arise during completion of assigned route. Reports unsafe conditions, and situations such as hard to reach containers, tight alley ways and other issues that may arise to supervision and Control R prior to attempting service at route locations to avoid property and personal damage. Tags containers that are blocked, preventing service, overloaded, or to close to fixed objects and containers with other issues as service reminders for customers.
- Actively participates and cooperates in all scheduled trainings, briefings, and meetings. Operates vehicles in accordance with all federal, state, local and City of Tucson requirements. Promotes the City of Tucson’s safety standards by not taking inappropriate risks while driving and while servicing containers or brush and bulky items. Performs daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle. Monitors tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, and controls continuously to ensure vehicle maintains operational readiness, minimize mechanical downtime and operational cost. Identifies and reports vehicle improper performance, issues, and malfunctions, and completes vehicle discrepancy reports for repairs by fleet services staff. Reports hydraulic spills to supervisor and Control R dispatch unit to notify Tucson Fire Department when large spills occur. Maintains cleanliness of interior and exterior of assigned vehicles.
- Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned. Cleans motor pool area, uses various hand tools, performs occasional office duties, and site check inspections.
Working Conditions:
Work schedule may include early morning, late evening, weekends, and Holidays.
Often works under the following conditions: exposure to extreme physical, ergonomic, or hazardous environment, which includes but not limited to dirt, grime, chemical, loud noise, and unfavorable odors.
All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High School Diploma or GEDExperience: Two (2) years of directly related experience
Equivalency: Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
License/Certifications: Valid and unrestricted Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) –Class B
Valid medical examiner’s certificate (MEC) issued by City of Tucson occupational health provider.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: At least two years of operating solid waste equipment such as an automatic side loader, front loader, rear loader, or roll-off.
At least three years of experience operating hydraulic equipment
POSITION DETAILS
Job Profile
J5158 - Solid Waste Equipment Operator
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Compensation Grade
G103
Hourly Range
$18.15 - 27.23 USD
The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Position Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
Department
Environmental Services
Department Link
https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Environmental-and-General-Services
Background Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.
ABOUT US
Benefits: The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at
https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.
Citizenship: The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status.
City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).
The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at
EmployeeLeaves@tucsonaz.gov
or 520-791-2619.
Recruiter Name
Demetria Zazueta (102395)
Recruiter Email
egsd_hr@tucsonaz.gov
For Human Resources general questions please contact 520-791-4241.
Salary : $18 - $27
