Landfill Equipment Operator
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Job Location:
Decatur, GA - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 19 - 31
Posted on:
11 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Grade: 11 Salary Range: $19.52 - $31.43/hour depending on experience FLSA: Non-Exempt
Essential Functions:
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties 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.
Maneuvers heavy equipment and operates complex mechanisms involving digging moving earth and materials grading loading and performing similar tasks in order to advance projects relating to County landfill activities; equipment is driven and operated on-site; maneuvers in and around crew workers equipment utilities and other obstacles; obeys all safety guidelines; and monitors immediate environment and work area to ensure the safety of operator other workers the equipment and the public.
Operates a track or rubber-tired loader with large volume and weight capacities to load materials into trucks or move them over short distances; positions equipment and controls height angle and position of scoop for optimum delivery of payload; and controls amount and weight of materials being lifted to avoid exceeding equipment capacity. Operates and maintains diesel powered E-Z-Pack hydraulic unloading mechanisms.
Operates motor-grader scraper and excavator with blade attachment to set gradients for large construction and maintenance projects such as roads landscaping embankments and other projects requiring exacting specifications related to slope angle and pitch; determines appropriate settings and adjusts blades for height angle and pitch to achieve desired outcome; and maneuvers equipment and operates mechanisms to skillfully set gradient smooth surfaces and spread materials.
Operates grappler bulldozer scraper compactor and off road trucks to move earth gravel sand and other materials for large construction and maintenance projects and landfill operations; and operates mechanisms to establish rough grades or to smooth and compact surfaces in preparation for pavement construction or other work.
Inspects and prepares equipment for safe and proper operation prior to beginning work for the day; performs light maintenance on equipment which includes changing oil refueling and refilling lubricants; cleans vehicles beds and mounted equipment upon completion of assignments; and secures vehicle after use.
Transports loads and unloads various materials and equipment used in projects.
Utilizes safety equipment and wears protective gear; monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; monitors conditions surrounding trucks/equipment to identify obstructions or unsafe conditions; and reports any incidents accidents problems or unusual situations.
Receives prepares or completes various forms and documentation including work orders time cards maintenance reports spray records diagrams maps manuals reference materials and other documents; and reviews completes processes forwards or retains as appropriate.
Communicates with supervisor employees other departments the public and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities review status of work exchange information or resolve problems; and communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED preferred; two years of experience in the operation of heavy construction equipment; or any equivalent combination of education training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge skills and abilities for this job.
Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia drivers license.
Key Skills
- Mechanic Experience
- Crane
- caterpillar
- Construction Experience
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Water Truck Experience
- Commercial Driving
- Paving
- Dozer
- Equipment Repair
- Excavator
- Front Loader Truck
About Company
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