What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Operator Trainee - II (Career Path) position at Leon County Government?
Purpose of Classification
The purpose of this classification is to drive or operate vehicles (tandem-axle or special solid waste vehicles), and other equipment where driving and maneuvering the vehicle constitutes the majority of the work required to complete tasks for solid waste removal. Equipment in this classification does not involve the operation of additional mechanisms other than those that are simple and routine requiring little extra dexterity and finesse. The understanding of physical, sensory and environmental factor is important in this position.
Essential Functions
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Performs Pre-trip and Post-trip inspections. Inspects and prepares equipment for safe and proper operation prior to beginning work for the day; reports to supervisor all notable issues found during inspections; performs light maintenance on equipment, which includes greasing and lubing of equipment, refueling, and refilling lubricants; cleans vehicles, beds, and mounted equipment upon completion of assignments; secures vehicle after use.
Drives trucks and other vehicles in order to perform solid waste daily assignments.
Maneuvers in and around traffic, parked cars, crew workers, equipment, and other obstacles; obeys all traffic laws and safety guidelines; monitors immediate environment and work area to ensure the safety of operator, other workers, the equipment, and the public; uses personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
Drives assigned truck along a prescribed residential and/or commercial areas to collect garbage, trash or recycled materials; makes frequent stops at appropriate intervals to position truck near bulk piles or refuse containers; avoids backing of vehicle whenever possible to perform tasks; performs physical work functions in retrieving and sorting recyclable materials into hopper; attaches hopper to truck, closes tailgate and operates mechanism to dump at the appropriate disposal location.
Maintains the pace of collection activities by determining the length of time spent on route or at each stop in order to ensure timely completion of assigned route.
Must have the physical ability to work on the back of the rear Loader; plus, physically work on the recycling truck. During operations, it may require the ability to hold on the side of the truck and safely dismount.
Weighs solid waste collection trucks individually as they enter and exit landfill; weighs and separates recyclable products from solid waste and sorts them according to category.
Performs basic and semi-skilled labor as appropriate to perform various solid waste assignments; picks up paper, limbs, and other debris; manually moves loads and arranges materials.
Performs skilled work in the operation of solid waste equipment.
Responsibilities vary from servicing garbage at residential to commercial locations throughout the City where designated garbage cans are used.
Frequently exits and re-enters garbage truck to manually pick up carts, bags, trash and vegetation.
Pulls and/or pushes garbage cans from properties to the rear end loader of the garbage truck and positions garbage cans on the tipper, which may require lifting; operates the mechanism to dump the garbage into the truck; places garbage cans to the curbside.
Uses an onboard computer system to navigate routes electronically in order to complete tasks.
Operates a manual rear load garbage truck, a manual rear load recycle truck, and a dump truck.
Performs accommodation service requirements of garbage carts, pails and bags pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) as required.
Additional Functions
Operates vehicles normally assigned to Equipment Operator Trainees as needed to complete division or departmental projects and workload.
Minimum Qualifications
Performs other related duties as required.
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINEE
Minimum Qualifications for education and experience must be met before consideration of the following Preferred Qualifications:
Required
Must have minimum two (2) years of experience operating maintenance equipment in Solid Waste residential line of business, manual collection, of which includes at least six (6) months of cross-training is required in Solid Waste, residential waste bulk/trash section operating the following vehicles:
Proof of meeting all of the above requirements/qualifications must be demonstrated by the employee and verified by the supervisor.
Promotional advancement may be delayed at the discretion of the Department Director, the Human Resources/Risk Management Director and the City Manager.
Supplemental Information
COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES
Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, utility companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.
Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.
Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with Supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES (KSAs)
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, and visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, traffic hazards, and toxic agents.
The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).
Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.
Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package.
The City Of Boynton Beach's Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes
Let your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you! Under the U.S. Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify.
Health Insurance
The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s).
Dental Insurance
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City.
Vision Care Plan
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee.
Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
The City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance.
Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance
Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased.
Dependent Life Insurance
Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children.
City Retirement / Pension Plans
The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program.
Supplemental Plans
Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans.
Short and Long Term Disability
The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems.
Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans)
The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis.
Vacation
All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment.
Holidays
The City observes 12 paid holidays throughout the year.
Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
Full-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family.
Tuition Assistance *(Depending on available budget funding)
The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees.
Wellness Program
The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year.
Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan
Employees may choose to enroll in a prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans.
Credit Union
All City employees may join the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities.
Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium
Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employees may participate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses.
Direct Deposit
Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice.
01
Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent?
Please specify the length of experience you possess involving any area of manual labor, construction, equipment operation, solid waste/sanitation or closely related area.
Please list vehicles or equipment you have at least six (6) months of experience operating or cross-trained on.
04
Please select the status your Florida Driver's License.
Are you able to complete or obtain the required certifications listed in the requirements for the position(s)?
The purpose of this classification is to drive or operate vehicles (tandem-axle or special solid waste vehicles), and other equipment where driving and maneuvering the vehicle constitutes the majority of the work required to complete tasks for solid waste removal. Equipment in this classification does not involve the operation of additional mechanisms other than those that are simple and routine requiring little extra dexterity and finesse. The understanding of physical, sensory and environmental factor is important in this position.
Essential Functions
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Performs Pre-trip and Post-trip inspections. Inspects and prepares equipment for safe and proper operation prior to beginning work for the day; reports to supervisor all notable issues found during inspections; performs light maintenance on equipment, which includes greasing and lubing of equipment, refueling, and refilling lubricants; cleans vehicles, beds, and mounted equipment upon completion of assignments; secures vehicle after use.
Drives trucks and other vehicles in order to perform solid waste daily assignments.
Maneuvers in and around traffic, parked cars, crew workers, equipment, and other obstacles; obeys all traffic laws and safety guidelines; monitors immediate environment and work area to ensure the safety of operator, other workers, the equipment, and the public; uses personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
Drives assigned truck along a prescribed residential and/or commercial areas to collect garbage, trash or recycled materials; makes frequent stops at appropriate intervals to position truck near bulk piles or refuse containers; avoids backing of vehicle whenever possible to perform tasks; performs physical work functions in retrieving and sorting recyclable materials into hopper; attaches hopper to truck, closes tailgate and operates mechanism to dump at the appropriate disposal location.
Maintains the pace of collection activities by determining the length of time spent on route or at each stop in order to ensure timely completion of assigned route.
Must have the physical ability to work on the back of the rear Loader; plus, physically work on the recycling truck. During operations, it may require the ability to hold on the side of the truck and safely dismount.
Weighs solid waste collection trucks individually as they enter and exit landfill; weighs and separates recyclable products from solid waste and sorts them according to category.
Performs basic and semi-skilled labor as appropriate to perform various solid waste assignments; picks up paper, limbs, and other debris; manually moves loads and arranges materials.
Performs skilled work in the operation of solid waste equipment.
Responsibilities vary from servicing garbage at residential to commercial locations throughout the City where designated garbage cans are used.
Frequently exits and re-enters garbage truck to manually pick up carts, bags, trash and vegetation.
Pulls and/or pushes garbage cans from properties to the rear end loader of the garbage truck and positions garbage cans on the tipper, which may require lifting; operates the mechanism to dump the garbage into the truck; places garbage cans to the curbside.
Uses an onboard computer system to navigate routes electronically in order to complete tasks.
Operates a manual rear load garbage truck, a manual rear load recycle truck, and a dump truck.
Performs accommodation service requirements of garbage carts, pails and bags pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) as required.
Additional Functions
Operates vehicles normally assigned to Equipment Operator Trainees as needed to complete division or departmental projects and workload.
Minimum Qualifications
Performs other related duties as required.
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINEE
- One (1) year of previous experience involving any area of manual labor, construction, equipment operation, solid waste, or closely related area; and
- Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license; and
- Must obtain Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) Certification in Collection Operations Basics within ninety (90) days in position; and
- Must obtain a Florida Commercial Learner's Permit (CPL) within six (6) months in position.
Minimum Qualifications for education and experience must be met before consideration of the following Preferred Qualifications:
- Possess and maintain a valid Florida Commercial Learner's Permit (CPL) or Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- One (1) year of previous experience in Solid Waste residential line of business, manual collection, including exposure to the operation of vehicles and equipment used in assigned areas, with at least six (6) months of cross-training operating the following vehicles:
- Manual rear load garbage truck
- Manual rear load recycle truck
- Dump truck
- Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL); and
- Must complete a written test to evaluate knowledge of Equipment Operator I functions; and
- Must complete an equipment specific field test within Solid Waste residential line of business, manual collection sections operating rear load garbage truck, rear load recycle truck, and dump truck, and score an 80%;
- Must obtain the following training/certifications within ninety (90) days of hire:
- 10-Hour OSHA General Industry Card
- Lock Out/ Tag Out Certification
Required
Must have minimum two (2) years of experience operating maintenance equipment in Solid Waste residential line of business, manual collection, of which includes at least six (6) months of cross-training is required in Solid Waste, residential waste bulk/trash section operating the following vehicles:
- Over-the-top recycle truck
- Grapple truck Employees will be evaluated on the vehicles listed above during a cross-training period. Employees who pass their evaluation will be certified to operate the vehicle as assigned by their supervisor.
- Must complete a written test to evaluate knowledge of Equipment Operator II functions; and
- Must complete an equipment specific field test within Solid Waste, residential waste bulk/trash section including over the top recycling truck, bulk trash rear steer truck and bulk trash cherry picker/lightning loader truck and score an 80%; and
- Must continue to maintain a valid State of Florida Class B CDL;
- Must obtain the OSHA 30-hour General Industry Card;
- Must complete FEMA IS-0552: The Public Works Role in Emergency Management course and successfully pass exam;
- Must meet 100% of the Equipment Operator Trainee and Equipment Operator I KSAs, 70% of Equipment Operator II KSAs and 100% of the Communication Competencies.
Proof of meeting all of the above requirements/qualifications must be demonstrated by the employee and verified by the supervisor.
Promotional advancement may be delayed at the discretion of the Department Director, the Human Resources/Risk Management Director and the City Manager.
Supplemental Information
COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES
Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, utility companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.
Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.
Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with Supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES (KSAs)
- Knowledge of and the ability to adhere to all safe working practices including work zone traffic control, highway safety rules and regulations, and taking effective precautionary measures necessary to avoid accidents.
- Basic knowledge and ability to detect mechanical issues with the equipment.
- Ability to understand and follow direction.
- Ability to adhere to all safe working practices.
- Ability to properly use tools and equipment.
- Ability to perform assigned tasks under general supervision.
- Ability to plan and organize daily work routine, and to estimate expected time of completion.
- Ability to safely navigate routes to complete daily tasks, avoiding backing vehicles when possible.
- Ability to transport and remove materials, equipment, debris, and/or refuse from specified areas.
- Ability to operate a rear load garbage truck.
- Ability to operate a rear load recycle truck, and scowl body.
- Ability to use and navigate routes electronically through an onboard computing system to complete tasks.
- Ability to effectively interact with supervisors, co-workers, other departments, the public, and outside agencies in a courteous manner.
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, and visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, traffic hazards, and toxic agents.
The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).
Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.
Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package.
The City Of Boynton Beach's Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes
- Student Loan Forgiveness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Care Plan
- Basic Term Life Insurance
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Dependent Life Insurance
- Accidental Death and
- City Pension Plan
- Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 457 Savings Plan (three options)
- Paid Annual Leave / Vacation
- Bonus Vacation Hours
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
- Educational Assistance Program *(Depending on budget funding)
- On-site Training Program
- Wellness Program
- Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans
- Credit Union
- Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan
- Flexible Spending Account
- Direct Deposit
- Social Security
Let your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you! Under the U.S. Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify.
Health Insurance
The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s).
Dental Insurance
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City.
Vision Care Plan
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee.
Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
The City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance.
Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance
Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased.
Dependent Life Insurance
Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children.
City Retirement / Pension Plans
The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program.
Supplemental Plans
Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans.
Short and Long Term Disability
The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems.
Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans)
The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis.
Vacation
All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment.
Holidays
The City observes 12 paid holidays throughout the year.
Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
Full-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family.
Tuition Assistance *(Depending on available budget funding)
The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees.
Wellness Program
The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year.
Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan
Employees may choose to enroll in a prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans.
Credit Union
All City employees may join the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities.
Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium
Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employees may participate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses.
Direct Deposit
Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice.
01
Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent?
- Yes
- No
Please specify the length of experience you possess involving any area of manual labor, construction, equipment operation, solid waste/sanitation or closely related area.
- No Experience
- Less than one (1) year of experience
- At least one (1) year, but less than two (2) years of experience
- At least two (2) years, but less than three (3) years of experience
- At least three (3) years, but less than four (4) years of experience
- More than four (4) years of experience
Please list vehicles or equipment you have at least six (6) months of experience operating or cross-trained on.
04
Please select the status your Florida Driver's License.
- I possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License (Class E)
- I began the process of obtaining a Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) within six (6) months.
- I currently possess and maintain a valid Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP).
- I currently possess and maintain a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Are you able to complete or obtain the required certifications listed in the requirements for the position(s)?
- Yes
- No
- Required Question
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