NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Waste Equipment Operator - G121 - Solid Waste Collection
Columbus, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$21.78/hr - $21.78/hr
1+ years expNEOGOV is part of the Columbus Consolidated Government, dedicated to providing effective public services. They are seeking a Waste Equipment Operator responsible for operating refuse collection trucks and supervising inmates during solid waste collection. The role includes vehicle maintenance and ensuring safety compliance during operations.
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Responsibilities
Operates refuse collection truck and secondary equipment controls in the pickup and disposal of refuse
Supervises inmates; ensures that inmates follow safety guidelines
Performs vehicle maintenance
Operates a grab all and a boom
Assists other drivers with routes
Responds to inquiries; records complaints and informs the appropriate personnel
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of specialized training in the occupational field
Basic skills typically associated with a high school education
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated
This position is required to supervise state inmate labor
Employee must pass the Department of Corrections three-day certification within the time frame required by this department, which is normally six (6) months but may be altered
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated
Knowledge of safety rules and regulations
Skill in reading maps
Skill in the operation of equipment such as grab alls and booms
Skill in troubleshooting and maintenance of vehicles
Skill in the operation of a refuse collection truck
Skill in oral and written communication
Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations
Benefits
Low-cost Medical Insurance
Prescription Drug Plan
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Credit Union
Direct Deposit
12 Paid Holidays
Vacation Leave
Sick Leave
PERK Time Off
Retirement Plan
Supplemental Retirement Plan
Free and Discounted Services
Employee Assistance Program
Discounted Movie Tickets
Free Notary Services
Ride a Metra Bus for Free
Free Mulch
Free Fire/Safety Home Inspection
Driver's Training for Employee Dependents
Oxbow/Bull Creek Golf Course discounts
River Center Discounts
Cell Phone Carrier Discounts
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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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
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CEO
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