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Equipment Operator Trainee

Salary

$32,760.00 - $49,150.40 Annually

Location

Boynton Beach, FL

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2025-0604

Department

Public Works - Solid Waste

Opening Date

06/04/2025

Closing Date

6/18/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Purpose of Classification

The purpose of this classification is to perform manual and entry-level skilled work as part of a crew engaged in refuse collections and operations of Solid Waste routes. Work is physical in nature and under the direct supervision of a Solid Waste Supervisor. The understanding of physical, sensory and environmental factor is important in this position.

Essential Functions

The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Rolls carts out to and from delivery truck.

Drives and operates the dumpster delivery truck as a Florida Class E driver's license operator.

Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicle. Obeys all traffic laws and safety guidelines; uses personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Must have the physical ability to work on the back of the rear Loader; plus, physically work on the recycling truck.

During operations, it may require the ability to hold on the side of the truck and safely dismount.

Performs manual handling and loading of trash and garbage into the Solid Waste garbage truck.

Operates the packing blades, sweep handles and hopper control levers of the Solid Waste truck.

Operates the cart tipper of the Solid Waste truck to service garbage and recycling carts.

Manually services recycling bins, boxes, and other unspecified commodities.

Operates the cart repair truck, rollout cart delivery truck, dumpster delivery truck and other Solid Waste equipment in the daily performance of duties.

Complies with local, state and federal safety regulations under the guidance and direction of a Solid Waste CDL driver.

Maintains specified routes to collect and load refuse containers into truck; assists and directs driver when backing up truck; cleans up spills and debris from ground; and cleans out truck prior to the end of shift.

Performs heavy manual labor for extended periods as required by work assignments and occasionally performs work in adverse weather conditions.

Performs accommodation service requirements of garbage carts, pails and bags pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) as required.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Participates in emergency-related operations such as flood and hurricane debris removal.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

+ One (1) year of previous experience involving any area of manual labor, construction, equipment operation, solid waste, or closely related area; and

+ Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license; and

+ Must obtain a Florida Commercial Learner's Permit (CPL) within six (6) months in position.

+ Must obtain the OSHA 30 - Hour General Industry Card within six (6) months in position.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications for education and experience must be metbeforeconsideration of the following Preferred Qualifications:

+ Possess and maintain a valid Florida Commercial Learner's Permit (CPL) or Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Supplemental Information

COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES:

Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.

Ability to understand and follow oral instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.

Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.

Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with Supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES(KSAs)

Basic knowledge of tools, methods, and materials used in general Solid Waste work.

Ability to pickup various types of debris, garbage carts and recycle bins.

Demonstrates ability to drive and operate the dumpster delivery truck.

Demonstrates ability to operate the rollout cart delivery truck.

Demonstrates ability to correctly operate the cart tipper of the Solid Waste truck in order to service garbage and recycling carts.

Demonstrates the ability to operate the packing blades, sweep handles and hopper control levers of the Solid Waste truck.

Demonstrates the skill and ability to use assigned equipment once trained.

Demonstrates ability to manually service recycling bins, boxes, and other unspecified commodities.

Demonstrates ability to adhere to all safe working practices.

Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods as required by work assignments, and in occasionally adverse weather conditions.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to effectively interact with supervisors, co-workers, other departments, the public, and outside agencies in a courteous manner.

CAREER PATH ADVANCEMENT REQUIREMENTS:

The following requirements must be met to advance to Equipment Operator I:

+ Must have one (1) year of experience in Solid Waste residential line of business, manual collection, including exposure to the operation of vehicles and equipment used in assigned section, of which includes six (6) months of cross-training operating the following vehicles:

+ Manual rear load garbage truck

+ Manual rear load recycle truck

+ Dump truck

Employees will be evaluated on the vehicles listed above during the cross-training period. Employees who pass their evaluation, will be certified to operate the vehicle as assigned by their supervisor.

+ Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class B CDL;

+ Must possess the OSHA 30-hour General Industry Card;

+ Must possess a certification in Lockout Tagout;

+ Must meet 100% of Equipment Operator Trainee KSAs, 70% of Equipment Operator I KSAs and 100% of the Communication Competencies;

+ Must complete the following assessments (in the order listed) and obtain a minimum score of 80%:

+ Written test to evaluate knowledge of Equipment Operator I functions.

+ Equipment specific field tests within Solid Waste residential line of business, manual collection section including rear load garbage truck, rear load recycle truck and dump truck

+ Employees who fail to obtain a minimum score of 80% on any assessment will have a one (1) month waiting period to re-take the assessments. Retesting must be completed within six (6) months from the original test date.

Proof of meeting all of the above requirements/qualifications must be demonstrated by the employee and verified by the supervisor.

Promotional advancement may be delayed at the discretion of the Department Director, the Division Manager, the Human Resources Director and the City Manager.

The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is anEqual Opportunity Employer (EEO)andAffirmative Action Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).

Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.

Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package.

The City of Boynton Beach's comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Student Loan Forgiveness

• Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Care Plan

• Basic Term Life Insurance

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Dependent Life Insurance

• Accidental Death and

Dismemberment Insurance

• City Pension Plan

• Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans

• Long Term Disability Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• 457 Savings Plan (three options)

• Paid Annual Leave / Vacation

• Bonus Vacation Hours

• 12 Paid Holidays

• Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave

• Educational Assistance Program *(Depending on budget funding)

• On-site Training Program

• Wellness Program

• Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans

• Credit Union

• Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan

• Flexible Spending Account

• Direct Deposit

• Social Security

Student Loan Forgiveness

Let your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you! Under the U.S. Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify.

Health Insurance

The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s).

Dental Insurance

Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City.

Vision Care Plan

Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee.

Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

The City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance.

Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance

Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased.

Dependent Life Insurance

Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children.

City Retirement / Pension Plans

The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program.

Supplemental Plans

Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans.

Short and Long Term Disability

The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems.

Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans)

The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis.

Vacation

All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment.

Holidays

The City observes12 paid holidays throughout the year.

Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave

Full-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family.

Tuition Assistance*(Depending on available budget funding)

The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees.

Wellness Program

The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year.

Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan

Employees may choose to enroll in a prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans.

CreditUnion

All City employees may join the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities.

Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium

Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employees may participate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses.

Direct Deposit

Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice.

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Have you read the job posting and understand the functions, requirements and task of position?

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Do you possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver's License?

+ Yes.

+ No, i do not posses a valid Florida driver's license.

+ No, but I have an out of state driver's license and I'm able to obtain a Florida driver's license within fourteen (14) days of hire.

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Employer

City of Boynton Beach

Address

100 E. Ocean Ave

City Hall - Human Resources

Boynton Beach, Florida, 33435

Phone

5617426275

5617426275

Website

http://www.boynton-beach.org

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