REQUISITION #24-35 R E C R U I T M E N T N O T I C E As an employer, DeSoto County will not permit discrimination because of race, color, handicap, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, marital status, or political affiliation. We make every effort to employ best-qualified individuals. Preference shall be given to certain veterans and spouses of veterans as provided by Chapter 295, Laws of Florida. POSITION: ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES EQUIPMENT OPERATOR III POSITION #: 90607 DEPARTMENT: ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES SALARY RANGE: $35,056.32 - $54,337.30 OPENING DATE: AUGUST 12, 2024 CLOSING DATE: UNTIL FILLED GENERAL DESCRIPTION : This is highly skilled work in the operation of landfill equipment and the operation of the landfill for use by the general public. Work in this position requires a high degree of skill in working to engineer grades. Employees in this class are required to transport liquids from the landfill to a designated site. Employees also operate equipment and assist in the recycling department. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. Operate equipment used at landfill for proper disposal of waste, such as compactor, loader, dozer, and scraper. 2. Operate semi-tanker to transport liquids from landfill. 3. Performs daily safety inspections of equipment prior to and after use; perform routine service and maintenance. 4. Perform necessary tasks to maintain an orderly environment around the working face of the hill, scrap-metal pile, waste tires, household hazardous waste facility, and the entire landfill property. 5. Load materials for landfill and recycling departments, as needed. 6. Transport materials for recycling department as needed. 7. Operate equipment located in recycling department as needed. (These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.). REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES : Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, limitations, and safety precautions of landfill equipment. Ability to assist in making general repairs of landfill equipment. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Ability to obtain necessary information and complete accurate reports and daily time sheets. Ability to operate equipment over rough terrain and to perform manual labor occasionally under adverse weather conditions. Skill in the operation of landfill equipment. Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations governing the operation of vehicles on highways. Ability to read and follow engineer’s plans and drawings. Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE : High school graduation or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma and considerable experience in the operation and routine maintenance of equipment used at the landfill. (A comparable amount of training, education, or experience can be substituted for the minimum qualifications.) LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Possession of a valid Florida Commercial Driver’s License, Class A with tanker endorsement (or able to obtain CDL Class A within 6 months of hire). Ability to obtain a Sanitary Landfill Operator’s Certificate. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILS : · Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction) · Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) · Walking, standing, kneeling, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling · Operate heavy equipment · Ability to communicate orally ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Works outside in various weather conditions with: noise, dust, dirt, mud, fumes, vibrations, and uneven conditions In and with moving equipment Traffic and hazardous conditions TO APPLY VISIT: www.desotobocc.com or www.employflorida.com Job Type: Full-time Pay: $35,056.32 - $54,337.30 per year Benefits: Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule: 10 hour shift Work Location: In person
Salary: $35,056.32 - $54,337.30 a year
Employment Type: Full-time
Qualifications
[]