NEOGOV · 4 days ago
Equipment Operator I or II - Temporary Contract/Landfill
Solid Waste Facility - Casper, WY
Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$42K/yr - $57K/yr
1+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a temporary contract Heavy Equipment Operator to support the placement of cover material and Municipal Solid Waste on a lined landfill cell. The role involves operating heavy equipment, performing maintenance inspections, and ensuring project specifications are met.
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Responsibilities
Performing morning preventative maintenance (PM) inspections on equipment such as excavators, dozers, road graders, scrapers, and haul trucks
Safely operating heavy equipment using GPS technology to place sand over the liner without operating directly on it
Placing MSW bales over the sand cover per project specifications
Refueling equipment and completing end-of-day PM inspections
Reporting daily progress and any equipment issues to the supervisor
Performs maintenance duties, which may include crack sealing, patching potholes, sealing concrete, maintaining paved and graveled alleys and roads, utility and drainage system maintenance, removing snow, maintaining landfills, installing curbs, and similar concrete work, and maintaining valley gutters
Drives and operates construction equipment including dump trucks, snowplows, equipment trailers, hydro excavators, forklifts, asphalt rollers, and loaders
Performs minor repairs on equipment and reports the need for major repairs; checks and adjusts fluid levels; greases and lubricates parts as required; cleans and cares for tools and equipment
Operates and maintains a variety of light equipment and tools in order to perform basic maintenance activities
Identifies equipment needs for each assigned project
Picks up and transports refuse to appropriate dumping site
Periodically serves standby duty and/or must respond after hours and on weekends to emergencies
Represents the City of Casper by responding to the public, citizens, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)
Must be at least 18 years of age
Ability to work independently and follow detailed operational procedures
Performing morning preventative maintenance (PM) inspections on equipment such as excavators, dozers, road graders, scrapers, and haul trucks
Safely operating heavy equipment using GPS technology to place sand over the liner without operating directly on it
Placing MSW bales over the sand cover per project specifications
Refueling equipment and completing end-of-day PM inspections
Reporting daily progress and any equipment issues to the supervisor
Performing maintenance duties, which may include crack sealing, patching potholes, sealing concrete, maintaining paved and graveled alleys and roads, utility and drainage system maintenance, removing snow, maintaining landfills, installing curbs, and similar concrete work, and maintaining valley gutters
Driving and operating construction equipment including dump trucks, snowplows, equipment trailers, hydro excavators, forklifts, asphalt rollers, and loaders
Performing minor repairs on equipment and reports the need for major repairs; checks and adjusts fluid levels; greases and lubricates parts as required; cleans and cares for tools and equipment
Operating and maintaining a variety of light equipment and tools in order to perform basic maintenance activities
Identifying equipment needs for each assigned project
Picking up and transporting refuse to appropriate dumping site
Periodically serving standby duty and/or must respond after hours and on weekends to emergencies
Representing the City of Casper by responding to the public, citizens, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor
Ability to perform manual labor
Ability to be on call and respond to call-outs after hours, on weekends, and holidays, within the specified timeframe required by division
Ability to learn, use, and care for applicable tools and equipment
Ability to routinely demonstrate the City of Casper core values
Ability to follow all City safety rules and procedures and immediately report all accidents/incidents or unsafe conditions to a supervisor
Ability to operate a variety of less complex power-driven equipment
Ability to attach auxiliary pieces of equipment to power-driven equipment
Ability to learn the traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in truck and equipment operations
Ability to perform a variety of construction and maintenance tasks
Ability to work independently or in a crew situation, as assigned
Ability to learn the practices, methods, and materials used in construction and maintenance work
Ability to learn how to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and/or other technical drawings
Ability to learn the geography and street system of the City
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and direction
Ability to maintain a neat and professional appearance
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Skill in operating in a courteous, knowledgeable, and tactful manner with staff and general public
Skill in oral and written communication, sufficient to exchange or convey effective information and to receive work direction
Preferred
Proven experience operating excavators, dozers, scrapers, and haul trucks
Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with preventative maintenance practices
Experience using GPS-guided equipment for precision work
Minimum of one (1) year of experience performing maintenance work involving the operation of light and medium-size equipment preferred
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Wyoming Class B Commercial Driver's License with applicable endorsements per assigned division is preferred
Benefits
State of Wyoming - CIGNA Health
Delta Dental
VSP Vision
Medical Reimbursement Account, Flexible Spending
MASA Supplementary Ambulance Care
Voya Supplementary Hospital, Accident, and Critical Illness Plans
Short-term and Long-term Disability Options
Life Insurance
457/IRA Retirement Options
Employees Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Free Counseling Services
Pet Insurance
Legal Shield/ID Shield
Eleven (11) Paid Holidays Annually
Wyoming Retirement System - Retirement Income for life. Employer match exceeds employee contribution.
Paid Time Off (PTO): The City of Casper (City) recognizes that a period of leisure, or recreation, away from the job is beneficial.
Fitness incentive time off program: Opportunity to earn additional paid time off by participating in the Police Department fitness testing program.
Tuition Reimbursement: Reimbursement % is based on grade level received. Includes books and some fees.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): The City of Casper may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
CredibleMind: Mental health and wellness resources at healthynatrona.crediblemind.com.
Employee Assistance Program: Free counseling available to employees and their immediate family members.
Ergonomic Assessments: Review of your workstation and recommendations made by our Risk Management team to ensure a safe and comfortable work environment.
Additional Benefits and Annual Fun Events: Service Awards Luncheon - To recognize and celebrate years of service, employees who reach a 5-year milestone with the City are invited to an annual luncheon.
Annual Employee Golf Tournament - Swing into Fun: Join us for our annual employee golf tournament.
Employee Holiday Breakfast - Indulge in a delicious hearty breakfast and enjoy the company of the great employees at the City of Casper.
Chili Skate Night - Lace up your skates! Get ready to glide and slide at our Employee Chili Skate Night at the Casper Ice Arena.
Wellness Programs – Drawings for cash prizes for participants. Free access to the Casper Recreation Center for qualifying employees.
Leadership and Employee Development – We believe in nurturing talent, empowering individuals, and cultivating a culture of growth and success.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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