Heavy Equipment Operator III (Solid Waste Disposal)

Heavy Equipment Operator III (Solid Waste Disposal)

Salary

$44,740.80 Annually

Location

Lubbock, TX

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

H708-5819

Department

Solid Waste

Division

5819 - Recycling Collection

Opening Date

05/06/2026

Closing Date

5/22/2026 5:00 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Summary

Operates and services the heavier types of construction equipment such as Compactor, Dozer, Excavator, Motor Grader, Tub Grinder, Loaders, Scrapers, Articulated Dump Trucks, Roll-Off Trucks, and other equipment as needed. This position assists in the daily operations of the City Landfill.

Essential Functions

• Operate Compactor, Dozer, Excavator, Motor Grader, Tub Grinder, Loaders, Scrapers, Articulated Dump Trucks, Roll-Off Trucks, and other equipment as needed.
• Maintain and service equipment and trucks;
• Operate mechanical attachments and equipment on vehicles;
• Operate pickups and other light equipment when assigned;
• Perform related duties as directed.

Qualifications

Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional three to five years experience in the operation of motorized construction equipment, 2 year of progressive experience on any of the required equipment listed on this job description; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:

Solid Waste Disposal:

Commercial Driver License (CDL)

TCEQ MSW Screening Certification within one year of hire

Prefer TCEQ MSW A Operator License

Prefer HAZWOPER

Solid Waste:

Texas Commercial Class B or Class A Drivers License

Physical Exam Required

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Operation and maintenance of heavy motorized equipment typically used in operations of a Landfill
• TCEQ MSW Rules, Site Operating Plan and TCEQ MSW Permit

Ability to:

• Operate heavy equipment skillfully and safely in the operations of a Landfill;
• Perform maintenance and service work on trucks and heavy equipment;
• Make field repairs;
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds;
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 75 pounds;
• Walk and stand during a shift;
• Climb ladders, scaffolding, stairs, poles and inclined surfaces;
• Continuously push and pull objects;
• Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;
• Frequently rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing;
• Reach above, at or below shoulder height;
• Coordinate eye, hand and foot movement in order to operate motorized vehicles and machinery.

The City of Lubbock provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package. To view the employee benefits click here.

01

Do you have a high school diploma or the equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have three to five years experience in the operation of motorized construction equipment?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have 2 year of progressive experience on any of the required equipment listed on this job description? If yes, what equipment?

04

Do you have a Commercial Driver License (CDL)?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Lubbock

Address 1314 Avenue K

Lubbock, Texas, 79401

Phone 806-775-2303

Website http://www.mylubbock.us