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NEOGOV · 3 months ago

Equipment Operator II (O) - Landfill

Brooks Landfill, KS

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$18.63/hr - $26.33/hr

1+ years exp

The City of Wichita is dedicated to providing environmentally sustainable waste management services, and they are seeking an Equipment Operator II for their Landfill operations. The role involves the skilled and safe operation of specialized automotive equipment in a landfill environment, along with manual work related to maintenance and landfill activities.

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Responsibilities

Operates a wheel loader, water truck, backhoe, skid steer, track loader, and tractor with attachments

Operates a pickup truck; may operate a dump truck with trailer depending on driver’s license type and endorsements

May be cross trained to operate larger pieces of equipment, such as a landfill compactor or bulldozer

Performs service work on equipment, such as refueling, lubricating, washing, and making minor repairs and adjustments

Completes daily inspection logs

Directs traffic at and around the working face of a construction and demolition (C&D) landfill. Monitors, sorts, and buries materials brought into a C&D and industrial landfill

Maintains composting windrows

Assists customers with the loading of compost, mulch, or other items purchased

May function as backup operator or assistant to an Equipment Operator III

The examples of work performed are not intended to be all-inclusive

The City of Wichita reserves the right to assign additional duties as needed

Qualification

Class A CDLHeavy equipment operationOSHA 10-Hour CertifiedOSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER CertifiedBilingual (English/Spanish)

Required

Willingness and ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Ability to acquire within a reasonable period of time knowledge of the procedures, tools, equipment, and materials used in landfill work

Ability to maneuver self into and/or onto vehicular equipment with two-foot steep first step, and onto frame or fender as required to perform fluid/filter check daily and maintenance every 100 hours or as needed

Ability to maintain balance and physically tolerate operating and riding heavy equipment over rough terrain for long periods of time

Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

May require the ability to lead the work of a small number of employees on landfill maintenance operations. Ability to operate, with training, a two-way radio

Ability to tolerate exposure to airborne environmental nuisances associated with traffic and machine exhaust, open grounds, construction, and composting operations

Ability to tolerate equipment and machinery noise with the use of ear plugs. Ability to lift and carry bulky items weighing up to 90 pounds

Ability to lift and carry up to 150 pounds with the assistance of another

Ability to pull, shove or otherwise maneuver items weighing up to 150 pounds

Ability to be continuously performing tasks that require one to push, pull, climb (ladders and in and out of vehicular equipment), bend, twist, reach, stand, and walk about (up to a half mile at a time) for most of a ten-hour shift

Ability to wear safety toed boots and other personal protective equipment as required

Ability to acquire (within 120 days of start date) and maintain a valid Kansas class A commercial driver's license (CDL) Class A CDL is preferred; Class B with air brake and tanker endorsements will be considered. If you are a Canadian or Mexican citizen, you will be required to have or obtain a CDL from your home country

This position will require working outdoors in inclement weather including but not limited to, rain, snow, ice, sleet, heat, and humidity plus snow and ice removal and/or emergency response operations that would include operating equipment and vehicles on overnight shifts and weekends

An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace

Must be 18-years or older

One and one-half (1.5) years of experience in the operation of heavy or specialized equipment used in landfill, construction, or farming activities

Ability to acquire a valid Class B CDL within 120 days of employment. If you are a Canadian or Mexican citizen, you will be required to have or obtain a CDL from your home country

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship

Preferred

A current, valid Class A commercial driver's license (CDL) or a Class B CDL

A valid Class A or B CDL with one or more of the following endorsements: Tank Vehicle (N), Hazardous Materials (H), or Combination Hazardous Materials and Tank Vehicle (X)

A valid Class A or B CDL clear of the following restrictions: No Air Brake Equipped CMV (L), No Full Air Brake Equipped CMV (Z), and No Manual Transmission (E)

Experience in the operation of a backhoe, wheel loader, tractor, and/or skid steer

Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) speaking

High school diploma, GED, or vocational degree in equipment operation or construction field. Completion of a military occupational specialty (MOS) related to heavy equipment operation may be substituted for a vocational degree

OSHA 10-Hour Certified (General Industry or Construction)

OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certified

Related work experience in landfill, construction, landscaping, and similar jobs involving physical/manual labor and operation of heavy equipment

Benefits

VACATION - Most employees with less than five years employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Employees can accumulate and carry forward up to 240 hours each year.

HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. Employees also receive one Personal Holiday that is granted after the first six months of employment.

SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, sick leave accruals are one work day per month. Employees can accumulate and carry forward all unused sick leave each year. Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.

HEALTH INSURANCE – UMR / United Healthcare provides two levels of medical and prescription drug plans. Both medical plan are PPOs and do not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Teladoc virtual care (primary care/mental health benefits at no charge), Dario healthy living programs, and VSP Vision benefits. Pre-tax premium deductions are offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium cost towards medical, prescription drug and vision insurance.

DENTAL INSURANCE - Two Delta Dental plans are offered – Preferred and Traditional. The Delta Preferred plan requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. The Delta Traditional plan allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta network. Benefits under both plans are the same (with the exception of some Orthodontic benefits) Pre-tax premium deductions are offered.

LIFE INSURANCE – Low-cost voluntary term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is two times annual pay up to a determined maximum amount. Dependent coverage is available at $20,000 spouse / $10,000 child(ren) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through MetLife.

SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE – Additional voluntary employee-paid term life insurance is available from MetLife at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. The Life Insurance plans are portable.

LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE– The voluntary employee-paid group disability plan from MetLife provides 60% of pre-disability income for injury or health related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.

VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT – Voluntary employee-paid AD&D from MetLife offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment.

RETIREMENT - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS – Employees may elect to make FSA pre-tax deductions for dependent care and/or unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.

LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE – This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses, and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.

MORE BENEFITS & SERVICES Deferred Compensation Investment Program Employee Discounts and Wichita Employee Association (WEA) Bereavement Pay Employee Emergency Assistance Fund Voluntary Shared Leave Program Training Programs Longevity Pay Credit Union Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Injury Leave (on-job injury) Community Volunteer Events