Equipment Operator I

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Equipment Operator I

Salary

$36,920.00 - $55,369.60 Annually

Location

Boynton Beach, FL

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2025-0604-1

Department

Public Works - Solid Waste

Opening Date

06/04/2025

Closing Date

6/18/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Purpose of Classification

The purpose of this classification is to drive or operate vehicles (tandem-axle or special solid waste vehicles), and other equipment where driving and maneuvering the vehicle constitutes the majority of the work required to complete tasks for solid waste removal. Equipment in this classification does not involve the operation of additional mechanisms other than those that are simple and routine requiring little extra dexterity and finesse. The understanding of physical, sensory and environmental factor is important in this position.

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions 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.

Performs Pre-trip and Post-trip inspections. Inspects and prepares equipment for safe and proper operation prior to beginning work for the day; reports to supervisor all notable issues found during inspections; performs light maintenance on equipment, which includes greasing and lubing of equipment, refueling, and refilling lubricants; cleans vehicles, beds, and mounted equipment upon completion of assignments; secures vehicle after use.

Drives trucks and other vehicles in order to perform solid waste daily assignments.

Maneuvers in and around traffic, parked cars, crew workers, equipment, and other obstacles; obeys all traffic laws and safety guidelines; monitors immediate environment and work area to ensure the safety of operator, other workers, the equipment, and the public; uses personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Drives assigned truck along a prescribed residential and/or commercial areas to collect garbage, trash or recycled materials; makes frequent stops at appropriate intervals to position truck near bulk piles or refuse containers; avoids backing of vehicle whenever possible to perform tasks; performs physical work functions in retrieving and sorting recyclable materials into hopper; attaches hopper to truck, closes tailgate and operates mechanism to dump at the appropriate disposal location.

Maintains the pace of collection activities by determining the length of time spent on route or at each stop in order to ensure timely completion of assigned route.

Must have the physical ability to work on the back of the rear Loader; plus, physically work on the recycling truck. During operations, it may require the ability to hold on the side of the truck and safely dismount.

Weighs solid waste collection trucks individually as they enter and exit landfill; weighs and separates recyclable products from solid waste and sorts them according to category.

Performs basic and semi-skilled labor as appropriate to perform various solid waste assignments; picks up paper, limbs, and other debris; manually moves loads and arranges materials.

Performs skilled work in the operation of solid waste equipment.

Responsibilities vary from servicing garbage at residential to commercial locations throughout the City where designated garbage cans are used.

Frequently exits and re-enters garbage truck to manually pick up carts, bags, trash and vegetation.

Pulls and/or pushes garbage cans from properties to the rear end loader of the garbage truck and positions garbage cans on the tipper, which may require lifting; operates the mechanism to dump the garbage into the truck; places garbage cans to the curbside.

Uses an onboard computer system to navigate routes electronically in order to complete tasks.

Operates a manual rear load garbage truck, a manual rear load recycle truck, and a dump truck.

Performs accommodation service requirements of garbage carts, pails and bags pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) as required.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Operates vehicles normally assigned to Equipment Operator Trainees as needed to complete division or departmental projects and workload.

Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• One (1) year of previous experience in Solid Waste residential line of business, manual collection, including exposure to the operation of vehicles and equipment used in assigned areas, with at least six (6) months of cross-training operating the following vehicles:

• Manual rear load garbage truck

• Manual rear load recycle truck

• Dump truck

• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL); and

• Must complete a written test to evaluate knowledge of Equipment Operator I functions; and

• Must complete an equipment specific field test within Solid Waste residential line of business, manual collection sections operating rear load garbage truck, rear load recycle truck, and dump truck, and score an 80%;

• Must obtain the following training/certifications within ninety (90) days of hire:

• 10-Hour OSHA General Industry Card

• Lock Out/ Tag Out Certification

Supplemental Information

COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES

Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, utility companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.

Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.

Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.

Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with Supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Knowledge of and the ability to adhere to all safe working practices including work zone traffic control, highway safety rules and regulations, and taking effective precautionary measures necessary to avoid accidents.

• Basic knowledge and ability to detect mechanical issues with the equipment.

• Ability to understand and follow direction.

• Ability to adhere to all safe working practices.

• Ability to properly use tools and equipment.

• Ability to perform assigned tasks under general supervision.

• Ability to plan and organize daily work routine, and to estimate expected time of completion.

• Ability to safely navigate routes to complete daily tasks, avoiding backing vehicles when possible.

• Ability to transport and remove materials, equipment, debris, and/or refuse from specified areas.

• Ability to operate a rear load garbage truck.

• Ability to operate a rear load recycle truck, and scowl body.

• Ability to use and navigate routes electronically through an onboard computing system to complete tasks.

• Ability to effectively interact with supervisors, co-workers, other departments, the public, and outside agencies in a courteous manner.

CAREER PATH ADVANCEMENT REQUIREMENTS

The following requirements must be met to advance to Equipment Operator II:

• Must have two (2) years of experience operating maintenance equipment in Solid Waste residential line of business, manual collection, of which includes at least six (6) months of cross-training is required in Solid Waste, residential waste bulk/trash section operating the following vehicles:

• Manual load overtop recycle truck

• Grapple truck

Employees will be evaluated on the vehicles listed above during a cross-training period. Employees who pass their evaluation will be certified to operate the vehicle as assigned by their supervisor;

• Must continue to maintain a valid State of Florida Class B CDL;

• Must obtain the OSHA 30-hour General Industry Card;

• Must complete FEMA IS-0552: The Public Works Role in Emergency Management course and successfully pass exam;

• Must meet 100% of the Equipment Operator Trainee and Equipment Operator I KSAs, 70% of Equipment Operator II KSAs and 100% of the Communication Competencies;

• Must complete assessments (in the order listed) and obtain a minimum score of 80% on each component:

• Written test to evaluate knowledge of Equipment Operator II functions.

• Equipment specific field tests within Solid Waste, residential waste bulk/trash section including over the top recycle truck and bulk trash grapple truck;

• Employees who fail to obtain a minimum score of 80% on a component will have a one (1) month waiting period to re-take the assessment. Retesting must be completed within six (6) months from the original test date.

Proof of meeting all of the above requirements/qualifications must be demonstrated by the employee and verified by the supervisor.

Promotional advancement may be delayed at the discretion of the Department Director, the Human Resources/Risk Management Director and the City Manager.

The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is anEqual Opportunity Employer (EEO)andAffirmative Action Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).

Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.

Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package.

The City of Boynton Beach's comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Student Loan Forgiveness

• Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Care Plan

• Basic Term Life Insurance

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Dependent Life Insurance

• Accidental Death and

Dismemberment Insurance

• City Pension Plan

• Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans

• Long Term Disability Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• 457 Savings Plan (three options)

• Paid Annual Leave / Vacation

• Bonus Vacation Hours

• 12 Paid Holidays

• Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave

• Educational Assistance Program *(Depending on budget funding)

• On-site Training Program

• Wellness Program

• Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans

• Credit Union

• Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan

• Flexible Spending Account

• Direct Deposit

• Social Security

Student Loan Forgiveness

Let your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you! Under the U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify.

Health Insurance

The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s).

Dental Insurance

Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City.

Vision Care Plan

Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee.

Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

The City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance.

Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance

Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased.

Dependent Life Insurance

Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children.

City Retirement / Pension Plans

The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program.

Supplemental Plans

Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans.

Short and Long Term Disability

The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems.

Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans)

The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis.

Vacation

All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment.

Holidays

The City observes12 paid holidays throughout the year.

Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave

Full-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family.

Tuition Assistance*(Depending on available budget funding)

The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees.

Wellness Program

The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year.

Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan

Employees may choose to enroll in a prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans.

CreditUnion

All City employees may join the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities.

Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium

Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employees may participate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses.

Direct Deposit

Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice.

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Have you read the job posting and understand the functions, requirements and task of position?

• Yes

• No

  02

Do you possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver's License?

• Yes, CDL - Class A

• Yes, CDL - Class B

• Yes. CDL - Class C

• No, i do not posses a valid Florida driver's license.

• No, but I have an out of state driver's license and I'm able to obtain a Florida driver's license within fourteen (14) days of hire.

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List any additional certifications/Licensing, i.e 10-hrs and/or 30-hrs OSHA General Industry Card, Lockout Tagout, etc.

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Employer

City of Boynton Beach

Address

100 E. Ocean Ave

City Hall - Human Resources

Boynton Beach, Florida, 33435

Phone

5617426275 5617426275

Website

http://www.boynton-beach.org

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