The Equipment Operator II is responsible for the skilled operation of a wide variety both wheeled and tracked motorized construction and maintenance equipment in support of the construction, reconstruction, and ongoing maintenance at both open and closed County landfills. This position requires advanced training and the ability to perform complex tasks using a broad range of heavy and light equipment, including but not limited to full-sized and mini excavators, dozers, skid steers, loaders, motor graders, scrapers, compactors, water trucks, rock trucks, and dump trucks, in support of public works projects, facility maintenance and landfill site operations.
Competitive candidates will possess experience in landfill maintenance or construction, including operating equipment such as backhoes, dozers, excavators, scrapers, motor graders, and dump trucks in support of site operations.
This position follows a 4/10 schedule. The Equipment Operator II may be required to work at least one Saturday a month (subject to change based on department needs).
Possession of a valid CaliforniaCommercial Driver License: Class A or B is required when applying for this position. ADMV Driving Report (generated within the last 30 days) must be attached to your application to advance to an interview.
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The Department of Waste Resources serves the County's solid waste disposal needs by providing for efficient and effective landfilling of County non-hazardous waste, protecting the environment, and promoting recycling in order to ensure a safe and healthy community for current and future generations.License:Possession of a valid Commercial California Class A or Class B Driver's License is required at the time of application. ADMV Driving Report (generated within the last 30 days) must be attached to your application to advance to an interview.
This position has been designated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) as safety-sensitive, applicants are required to complete a DOT mandated alcohol and drug-screening. (A positive test or refusal to test during the past two years will disqualify an applicant from consideration for County employment). Reference checks from former DOT regulated employers are also required.
Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to DOT alcohol/drug testing in the following situations: random, reasonable suspicion/cause, return-to-duty, and post-accident.
For detailed requirements, visitDOT Requirements.
Physical/Environmental Requirements:The Equipment Operator II primarily operates outdoors and is exposed to inclement weather, and other environmental conditions. The responsibilities require moving heavy materials such as concrete blocks, heavy timbers, cement bags or mechanical parts, and will also require that the incumbent walk on uneven ground or wet surfaces with or without reasonable accommodation.