Solid Waste Equipment Operator

Job Summary

Under regular direction and in compliance with standard operating procedures and policies, operates a variety of regular‑drive solid waste vehicles (e.g., Rear Load Garbage Truck, Clam Truck, Roll‑Off Truck and Flatbed Truck) in order to collect and dispose of residential solid waste and recycling materials. Transports materials to designated transfer station or disposal facility. Complies with all safety guidelines including inspection of equipment, use of personal protective equipment, following safe practices, and reporting safety issues to the appropriate supervisor(s).

Assists other employees, departments, and interact with residents. Works weekends, holidays, evenings, and nights depending on event schedules.

• Operate Solid Waste Heavy Equipment: Operate assigned vehicle through residential and high traffic areas. When operating Clam Truck, utilize and control a main boom/crane, telescopic extension, grapple bucket with mechanical levers in performance of duties. When operating a Roll‑Off Truck, deliver empty roll‑off containers to proper locations and pick up full roll‑off containers for proper disposal utilizing hydraulic control levers and hooking and unhooking winch cable several times throughout the day.
  
  When necessary, direct assigned helpers and maintain a safe environment and awareness of the welfare of helpers. Utilize electronic display screen which acts as a manual for operating the vehicle. Keep records of the loads and tonnage weight for trips to disposal facility. Utilize written hard‑copied or electronic directions to follow and stay on route. Ensure truck is equipped with necessary equipment for day’s assignment including hardhat, hearing and eye protection, and rake.
  
  (80%)
• Perform & Comply with Safety Measures: Perform daily pre‑and post‑trip vehicle inspections and maintain accurate vehicle log. Inspect equipment prior to and after use in order to identify needed maintenance and report needs to supervisor or Fleet division. Observe and listen to equipment during use to identify malfunctions or parts in need of replacement. When necessary, shut down equipment to prevent further damage or hazards.
  
  Utilize proper body mechanics and ergonomics in performance of work. Use operating skills, learned safe practices and awareness of the surrounding area to avoid injury or damage to persons or property. Utilize spotters, flaggers or helpers as needed to maintain a safe working environment. When potentially unsafe conditions are observed make efforts to avoid or correct and notify responsible supervisor or safety representative in a timely manner.
  
  (15%)
• Manage Waste Disposal: Works weekends, holidays, evenings, and nights depending on special events waste collection schedule. Convey basic information to the public when approached with questions. (5%)

Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least six (6) months of experience operating CDL vehicles.
• OR Completion of the City of Greenville Equipment Operator in Training Program.
• Must obtain FEMA ICS 100, 700 and 552 within three (3) months of hire.

• Experience operating solid waste collection vehicles.

• Valid South Carolina Class B CDL with air brake provision, or the equivalent CDL from their state of residence.
• Applicants who do not intend to relocate to South Carolina must reside in a neighboring state (Georgia or North Carolina) and meet the same CDL requirements as residents of South Carolina. Employees residing in a neighboring state are required to provide the City of Greenville an annual Motor Vehicle Record from their state’s Department of Motor Vehicles at their sole cost.

• The safe operation of commercial vehicles