Motor Equipment Operator
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$2,500 Signing Bonus* Get your Career Rolling with Fairfax County Department of Public Works and Environmental Services Solid Waste Management Program. The Fairfax County Department of Public Works and Environmental Services (DPWES) seeks Motor Equipment Operator to operate commercial vehicles and light motorized equipment in a variety of solid waste activities. DPWES is a diverse, nationally-accredited and award-winning public works agency with approximately 1,000 employees providing solid waste, capital facility development, wastewater, stormwater, urban forestry, and land acquisition management services for the most populous county in Virginia. Join our team to help us protect the environment and serve the people of Fairfax County by creating and preserving a sustainable community that is an ideal place to live, work, and play for everyone. Fairfax County Government is committed to our employees, and offers comprehensive benefits, including a defined-benefit retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; paid leave; tuition reimbursement; and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. DPWES provides award-winning solid waste collection services for approximately 45,000 homes, operates a transfer station and landfill, regulates solid waste services, and leads sustainability initiatives to promote zero waste goals for Fairfax County. DPWES Solid Waste is a diverse work force of approximately 300 merit and 50 non-merit employees and has an annual operating budget of more than $100M. Safely operates commercial vehicles and light motorized equipment in a variety of solid waste activities and complies with applicable Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and Department of Transportation (DOT) laws and regulations. Position requires incumbent to operate a motor vehicle in the performance of duties and to/from construction sites, offsite meetings, training and conferences. Position is designated as Emergency Service Personnel. Note: Holiday, weekend and overtime work may be required. Position is designated as essential emergency services personnel . *A $2,500 signing bonus is available to new county employees hired in the Motor Equipment Operator position. Applicants must possess a valid CDL at time of application submission to be eligible. Operates single-axle dump trucks and small trailers in the loading, unloading, and transportation of small motor equipment;Drives a refuse collection truck, overseeing crew members, checking truck for proper operating condition, and making minor repairs;Performs maintenance on medium/small equipment and vehicles (such as checking and adding fuel, water, oil and air; checking the brakes and cleaning vehicles);May perform a variety of laborer tasks, such as digging, loading, snow shoveling, grass cutting, brush removal, asphalt leveling and raking, lifting, pushing, and other physical work;Ensures that appropriate safety procedures are followed when working near equipment;May lead a small crew of laborers;Effectively communicates with employees, supervisors and customers;Engages in safe working practices and complies with safety programs and guidelines;Reports unsafe working conditions;Complies with safety competencies. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to completion of the tenth grade; and two years of experience in the operation of medium/light motorized equipment. CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:Valid driver's license.Commercial driver's license (CDL) Class B .DOT Medical Card. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a pre-employment physical examination, alcohol/drug test, driving record check, and commercial driver's license screening to the satisfaction of the employer. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:One year of experience operating Solid Waste equipment.One year of experience operating construction-type equipment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to effectively communicate, both written and orally, and utilize communications equipment. Ability to handle strenuous activities and repetitive motions. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. without assistance and 25 to 50 lbs. with or without assistance. Ability to operate light, medium and heavy-duty equipment and vehicles. Ability to perform strenuous activities and repetitive motions. SELECTION PROCEDURE:Panel interview and may include exercise. FAIRFAX COUNTY GOVERNMENT PROHIBITS DISCRIMINATION on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.#J-18808-Ljbffr