Equipment Operator-Bulk Waste 2nd Shift

Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government
  • Louisville, KY
  • $24.27 Per Hour
3 days ago

Job Description

Equipment Operator-Bulk Waste 2nd Shift

Salary

$24.27 Hourly

Location

517 Court Place, Louisville, KY 40202, KY

Job Type

Full_Time

Job Number

15983

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

10/12/2026

Closing Date

10/18/2026 2:22 PM Eastern

  • Description
  • Benefits
  • Questions

Description

2nd Shift: Wednesday-Sunday 9A-5P

Essential Functions:

Performs manual labor

Operates light, medium and heavy vehicles, power tools, trucks, snow plows, salt and brine spreaders, grass cutting and other equipment

Examples of Duties

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work

Spends prolonged periods of time sitting, standing, walking, carrying, stooping and climbing

Lifts and carries items weighing up to 100 pounds in a team setting

Spends prolonged periods of time exposed to the elements

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or the equivalent

One year of garbage packer truck, haul truck, wood-chipper, water truck or other heavy equipment operation experience

Other Minimums:

Must submit to and pass pre-employment and random alcohol and drug tests as mandated by the Department of Transportation

Must wear safety equipment as mandated by OSHA

Must be on 24 hour call

Must work a varied schedule

Equivalency:

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted

Special Requirements:

Must possess and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with tanker endorsement or obtain within three months of employment

Supplemental Information

  • Pay Progression:

  • Step 1: $24.27/hour - 0-3 Months

  • Step 2: $25.26/hour - 3-6 Months

  • Step 3: $25.96/hour - 6+ Months

  • Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement: $1.15 per hour

EOE

Louisville Metro Government is committed to providing our employees with the tools they need to lead a fit and healthy life. Aside from community-wide initiatives like the Mayors Hike, Bike and Paddle event every Memorial Day and Labor Day, and the Healthy Hometown Movement, Metro Government provides employees with programs designed to enhance their life and well-being, like a Wellness Center that allows employees and their dependents with Metro health insurance to take care of their basic medical and health needs for a $5 co-pay. Louisville Metro Government understands that a team of healthy, vibrant employees is the greatest asset we have.

Full Time Regular

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Group Term Life
  • Supplemental Life
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment
  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation
  • Holiday Pay
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Kentucky Public Pensions Authority
  • 457 Deferred Comp
  • Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Qualified Adult Benefits
  • Childcare Assistance
  • Free TARC Use
  • Paid Parental Leave

Part Time - 17.5 to 25 Hours Per Week

  • Vacation (pro rata)
  • Sick Leave (pro rata)
  • Holiday Pay (pro rata)

Part Time - Less Than 17.5 Hours Per Week

  • Ineligible For Benefits

Temporary Positions

  • Ineligible For Benefits

Interns

  • Ineligible For Benefits

01

Do you have a High school diploma or a GED?

  • Yes
  • No

02

Do you have 1 year of garbage packer truck, haul truck, wood-chipper, water truck or other heavy equipment operation experience?

  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Employer Louisville Metro Government

Address 517 Court Place

Louisville, Kentucky, 40202

Phone (502) 574-8100

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisvilleky

Numbers & Facts

LocationLouisville, KY

Skills

  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)unmatched
  • CDL Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Childcareunmatched
  • Class A Licenseunmatched
  • Co-Paymentsunmatched
  • Governmentunmatched
  • Health Insuranceunmatched
  • Heavy Equipment/Vehiclesunmatched
  • Lift/Move 100 Poundsunmatched
  • Physical Demandsunmatched
  • Retirement Planunmatched
  • Special Needsunmatched
  • Tuition Feesunmatched

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