Heavy Equipment Operator I - Solid Waste

Heavy Equipment Operator I - Solid Waste

Salary

$23.39 - $30.41 Hourly

Location

Denton, TX

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

26-00186

Department

Solid Waste

Division

Solid Waste - Disposal

Opening Date

06/04/2026

Closing Date

6/12/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Summary

This requisition expires on June 12, 2026, but may close earlier if the position is filled prior to the expiration date.

Responsible for the safe and effective operation of light equipment and the Gas Collection and Control System (GCCS) to help keep the Solid Waste Facility in compliance with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality 1590B rules and regulations and support disposal operations while keeping accidents and injuries to a minimum.

Essential Functions and Other Important Duties

Essential Functions:

• Operates complex motorized equipment under 100,000 lbs. (haul truck, Peterbilt dump truck and sand spreader, Peterbilt roll-off, motor grader, rubber tire loader, etc.)
• Performs less skilled tasks associated with equipment operation and operates smaller equipment, such as HDPE poly fusion machine, skid steer loaders, forklifts, sweeper, etc.
• Inspects and checks vehicles, equipment, and GCCS equipment before and after use, performs minor maintenance activities and reports problems to supervisor
• Performs field work on the City of Denton GCCS
• Uses technical equipment to monitor, record, and calculate the performance of the GCCS
• Analyzes GCCS field data and adjusts wells for maximum efficiency and compliance with State and Federal Regulations
• Occasionally confers with customer regarding service problems and reports information obtained to supervisor
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to supervise temporary workers and Community Service workers assigned to the Landfill
• Organizes and files paperwork, drawings, and research projects
• Completes required reports in a timely manner
• Must be able to work overtime as needed, holidays, Saturdays staggered shifts, a 4 ten-hour shift, Tuesday thru Saturday shift or a 5 eight-hour shift to meet business needs
• May be required to respond to emergencies at all hours
• Maintain regular and punctual on-site attendance

Additional Duties:

• Performs other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications / Acceptable Equivalency:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• One-year experience in a heavy equipment environment
• One-year verifiable experience operating multiple types of heavy equipment weighing under 100,000 lbs.

OR

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job

Core Competencies:

• Communicates Effectively- Is effective in a variety of communication settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels. Attentively listens to others.
• Customer Focus- Gains insight into customer needs and identifies opportunities that benefit the customer.
• Collaborates- Building partnerships and working collaboratively with other to meet shared objectives.
• Action Oriented- Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy and enthusiasm.
• Ensures Accountability- Follows through on commitments and makes sure others do the same.
• Builds Networks- Draws upon multiple relationships to exchange ideas, resources and know-how.
• Decision Quality- Relies on a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience and judgement when making decisions.
• Situational Adaptability- Understands that different situations may call for different approaches.
• Instills Trust- Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity and authenticity.
• Manages Conflict- Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
• Strategic Mindset- Creates competitive and breakthrough strategies that show a clear connection between vision and action.

Preferences:

• Bilingual in Spanish and English
• Knowledge of landfill operations
• Knowledge of GCCS operations
• Class A CDL
• Working knowledge of GPS survey and/or conventional surveying

Conditions of Employment:

• Must have and maintain a valid Class "C" Driver's License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class "C" driver's license and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law)
• Must pass a drug test, driver's license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check
• Must pass a physical examination
• Must be able to work outdoors and be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work various shifts
• Must be able to work overtime when requested
• Must be able to work weekends when needed
• Must be able to work in all types of weather

Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements:

Overall Strength Demands: The italicized word describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday.

• Sedentary - lifting no more than 10 pounds
• Light - lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds
• Medium - lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds
• Heavy - lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds
• Very Heavy - lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds

Physical Demand Codes: The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency.

Codes for "how often":

Y = Yes

N = No

E = extensive (100-70%)

M = moderate (60-30%)

I = infrequent (20-10%)

A = almost never (<10%)

Task: Code:

• Standing: M
• Sitting: E
• Walking: M
• Lifting: I
• Carrying: I
• Pushing/Pulling: I
• Overhead Work: I
• Fine Dexterity: E
• Kneeling: M
• Crouching: M
• Crawling: M
• Bending: M
• Twisting: M
• Climbing: M
• Balancing: M
• Vision: E
• Hearing: M
• Talking: M
• Video Display: M
• Other

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:

The essential functions of this position require the use of heavy off-road construction equipment, such as various Peterbilt trucks, motor grader, rubber tire loader, skid steer, GCCS System tools.

Environmental Factors:

The essential functions of this position are performed in a field environment which requires fieldwork on uneven ground, steep slopes and in all weather conditions.

EEO STATEMENT

The City of Denton is an equal opportunity employer. It is the City of Denton's policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. All employment decisions, including decisions regarding recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, advancement, discipline, discharge, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment are made without regard to any lawfully protected class, status, characteristic, or activity.

ADA/EOE/ADEA

This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

E-Verify:

The City of Denton participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employees authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

The City of Denton maintains competitive benefit options. Details are available here.

01

Do you believe you meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the job description?

• Yes
• No

02

This position requires working overtime outside of regular business hours as needed. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

03

How many years of paid, professional-level experience do you have in this field?

• Less than 6 months
• 6 months to less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years or more

04

Do you possess a Class "C" Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

05

Check the boxes next to the construction equipment you have operated:

• Rubber Tire Loader
• Excavator
• Off Road Dump Truck
• None of the Above

Required Question

Employer City of Denton

Address 601 E. Hickory Street

Suite B

Denton, Texas, 76205

Phone (940) 349-8340

Website http://www.cityofdenton.com