NEOGOV · 4 weeks ago
Equipment Operator Solid Waste
Loveland, CO
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$25.42/hr - $29.87/hrNEOGOV is a company that supports the City of Loveland, which is seeking an Equipment Operator for Solid Waste. The role involves operating automated collection trucks for trash, recyclables, and yard waste collection while ensuring safety and efficiency in service delivery.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Operates automated side-load, tandem-axel collection truck in close proximity to pedestrians, parked vehicles, traffic, & buildings
Provides curbside collection service to approximately one-thousand homes per day
Operates onboard routing computer, onboard cameras display, & two-way radio
Works in all weather & road conditions
Monitors contents of customer carts for unaccepted materials
Loads, by hand, extra bags & materials into carts to be lifted & emptied by truck
Makes multiple daily trips to the landfill, MRF, or Yard Waste site
Maintains & submits daily paperwork, including DVIRs & scale tickets
Inspects, fuels, cleans, & performs basic maintenance on assigned truck
Reports mechanical problems to Fleet Maintenance in a timely manner
Interacts with customers & residents, answering questions & reporting concerns
Distributes printed reminders of Solid Waste policies to customers, as needed
Maintains regular communication with supervisors & other drivers
Works with other drivers to ensure that all routes are completed each day
Adheres to all Division, City, State & Federal safety regulations
Operates snow plows and other equipment in support of snow removal operations
Reports for duty in response to community emergencies (e.g. natural disaster, fire, flood, blizzard, etc.)
Operates other Solid Waste collection vehicles, tools, and equipment, as required
Occasionally assists with special events, special projects, and other Solid Waste services, such as dumpster collections, cart washing, and Recycling Center
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must possess a valid Class B commercial driver's license (CDL) with air brake endorsement
Follow verbal & written instructions
Communicate effectively with other City staff & with the public
Learn multiple collection routes, new equipment, & onboard computers
Work safely & follow all established procedures & safety regulations
Proficiency in operating tandem-axel trucks
Proficiency in (or ability to learn) operation of hydraulic equipment
Proficiency in (or ability to learn) commercial or public snow plowing
Basic working mechanical knowledge and troubleshooting abilities
Preferred
Previous work experience operating solid waste collection equipment or large tandem axle vehicles
Benefits
Two (2) Medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
A Dedicated, exclusive Employee Health and Wellness Center
Discounted Chilson Center passes
Paid vacation, holidays, floating holidays, and medical leave
Flexible spending including Dependent Care
Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary 529 College Invest program
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Personal and Professional Development opportunities
Employee Recognition Program
Exceptional work-life balance
Market based pay & regular performance reviews
Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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