Sanitation Equipment Operator I

Do you want to be a part of the team that helps make the City of Boca Raton one of the best places to live, work and play? We provide world class services, parks, beaches, and public safety. This can only happen when the best, brightest, and most committed individuals come to work for our City. We encourage like-minded individuals to apply and be part of our team. Come join us This position is part of a career ladder program which allows for upward mobility based on demonstrated skills, ability, and seniority: Sanitation Equipment Operator I $20.85 - $35.83 Hourly (All new employees start as SEO I) Sanitation Equipment Operator II $21.36 - $36.74 Hourly Sanitation Equipment Operator III $21.90 - $37.64 Hourly All new employees are hired in to start as a Sanitation Equipment Operator I. New employees may be field tested during the first 30 days of employment to determine if they are eligible to be promoted to a Sanitation Equipment Operator II or III GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB: Performs responsible semiskilled work operating a refuse collection vehicle in the collection of solid waste; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision. Limited supervision is exercised over assigned crew members. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Operates rear-load and flat-bed refuse collection trucks picking up refuse on a predetermined route. 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. Operates hydraulic mechanisms for compressing and dumping refuse. Transports refuse to pre-designated disposal areas. Drives and operates truck to collect household appliances, furniture, and unusually large amounts of trash. Performs routine inspections, cleaning, fueling, and preventative maintenance on assigned vehicles and equipment. Directs personnel assigned to truck. When normal operations of City departments are suspended or interrupted due to a declaration that a state of emergency exists, employees in this classification will be deemed essential by the City. For the preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail, employees deemed essential shall be required to work. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Skilled in the operation of rear-load and flat-bed refuse collection trucks and automotive equipment. Knowledge of and ability to perform routine maintenance inspections of rear-load and flat-bed refuse collection trucks and automotive equipment. General knowledge of division policies and procedures. General knowledge of traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation. General knowledge of safe driving practices and occupational hazards of the work. General knowledge of the City's boundaries. Ability to read maps and street signs. Ability to understand and follow specific oral instructions. MINIMUM AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Sanitation Equipment Operator I: Requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of the tenth grade. High school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Minimum of two (2) years' related work experience is required. Sanitation Equipment Operator II: Internal applicants must have a minimum of two years' experience as a Sanitation Equipment Operator I with the City of Boca Raton, with cross training in the operations of side loader trucks. External applicants must have two (2) years of experience in the collection of residential solid waste, including operation of side-load, rear-load and flat-bed refuse collection trucks. Internal applicants must be able to pass a field test to demonstrate ability to operate side loader trucks. External applicants will be evaluated on the operations of rear-load, side-load, and flat-bed refuse collection trucks. External applicants will be hired into the Sanitation Operator I job classification. Upon successful completion of the field test, external applicants will be promoted to the Sanitation Equipment Operator II position. Sanitation Equipment Operator III: Internal applicants must have a minimum of two years' experience as a Sanitation Equipment Operator II with the City of Boca Raton, with cross training in the operations of grapple and front loader trucks. External applicants must have four (4) years of experience in the collection of residential solid waste, including operation of grapple load, side-load, front-load, rear-load and flat-bed refuse collection trucks. Internal applicants must be able to pass a field test to demonstrate ability to operate grapple and front loader trucks. External applicants will be evaluated on the operations of a grapple load, rear load, and flat-bed refuse collection trucks. External applicants will be hired into the Sanitation Operator II job classification. Upon successful completion of the field test, external applicants will be promoted to the Sanitation Equipment Operator III position. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class-B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) including appropriate endorsement(s). Pursuant to the SEIU collective bargaining agreement, employees must have abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one year prior to their date of hire and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty. PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTALDEMANDS OR CONDITIONS: The environmental conditions and physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is frequently required, weekly or up to daily, to: Must be able to wear hard hat/helmet, safety glasses, safety belt, safety shoes/boots, hearing protectors, and gloves; Lift or carry objects up to 50 pounds; Stand up for up to one hour at a time; Stoop and bend; Walk at least five miles; Climb up and/or downstairs; Reach and grasp objects; Use manual dexterity or fine motor skills; Have the ability to identify and distinguish colors; Communicate orally; Hear; Push or pull carts or other such objects; Work in an area that is very uncomfortable due to extreme temperature, noise levels, or other conditions; Work with equipment or performing procedures where carelessness would probably result in minor cuts, bruises, or muscle pulls; Operate automobile, van, and/or other vehicle: 30 cubic yard trash truck, 6 cubic yard packer, 33 GVW recycling truck; and/or Be able to work a fluctuating work schedule based upon the need of the department; Work in an area that is somewhat uncomfortable due to drafts, noise, temperature variation, odors or the like. The employee may sometimes be required to: Lift or carry objects 100 pounds or more; Stand up for more than two hours at a time; Operate and climb up and/or down a ladder; Use a keyboard to enter and transform words or data; Use a video display terminal. POST-OFFER BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS: The background check process for this position may include: Criminal Background Check Employment Verification Reference Checks Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check Workers' Compensation Physical Drug and Alcohol Screen