Operator jobs at Ada County

Starting hourly wage: $21.54 - $26.02, DOE The primary function of an employee in this class is to provide customer service to the public and inspect loads for foreign objects, toxic substances, and hazardous materials following landfill rules and regulations. The secondary function of an employee in this class is to operate heavy equipment and perform skilled maintenance at the county landfill. Key Responsibilities · Customer Service o Greet the public and commercial customers, directing them to proper dumping locations with a focus on safety o Assist customers in resolving complaints, misunderstandings, and issues related to landfill rules and regulations o Refer customers to supervisory personnel when necessary · Inspection and Compliance o Separate and remove foreign objects (i.e. batteries, refrigerators, compressors, propane tanks, tires, air conditioners, and other designated items) from loads o Separate, remove, and dispose of hazardous liquids (i.e. gas, oil, paints, anti-freeze, and other designated items) o Check metal cylinders for explosive gases and soil loads for contaminants o Monitor customer activities to ensure compliance with landfill rules and regulations and customer safety o Record and notify the scale house of rejected loads · Safety Operations o Perform landfill perimeter maintenance and building repair o Bury and compact waste and water roads o Monitor burn barrels o Witness the burial of specialized loads from the sheriff and police departments o Clean up oil disposal areas as necessary · Other Duties o Operate and train on heavy equipment including, the loader, backhoe, compactor, scraper, sand truck with plow, transfer truck, and water trucks according to landfill rules and regulations and under the supervision of the lead heavy equipment operator and the landfill supervisor o Assist in extinguishing barrel and landfill fires o Perform all work duties and activities following County and Department policies, procedures, and safety practices o Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Skills and Abilities · Work effectively with colleagues and the public to provide high-quality public service and establish strong relationships · Understand landfill and hazardous waste rules and regulations · Identify hazardous materials and foreign objects in compliance with landfill rules and regulations · Implement safety procedures, including emergency protocols · Willingness to undergo training in fundamental welding techniques · Operate and maintain heavy equipment; receive training on various landfill machinery and tools; including two-way radios · Apply customer service best practices in public interactions · Handle multiple tasks and interruptions while maintaining timely completion of duties · Ability to follow written and oral instructions Special Qualifications · Must possess and maintain a valid Idaho driver's license · Must successfully complete a background investigation · Ability to obtain a class B CDL with a tanker endorsement within 6 months of employment. Education and Experience · High School diploma or GED equivalency is required · Specialized training in hazardous materials, chemical handling, and first aid preferred · One (1) year of customer service experience · An equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered Essential Physical Abilities · Clear speech with or without an accommodation, to effectively convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, and/or quickly · Sufficient clarity of hearing with or without reasonable accommodation to enable the employee to hear average conversations and receive ordinary information · Visual acuity, with or without an accommodation, to read instructions, review and organize documents · Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, which permits the employee to function in a general office environment to accomplish tasks, bend or stoop repeatedly, maneuver over rough, uneven, slippery, or rocky terrain, and perform field investigations · Ability to lift or move 50 pounds Disclaimer To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the primary job responsibilities satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. Canyon County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions related to recruitment and selection are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

The primary function of an employee in this position is to operate a sanitation collection truck and perform general maintenance work on City streets and rights-of-ways. This is an entry level position; an employee in this class may be assigned to other maintenance duties in the City's Public Works Department. The principal duties of this position are performed in an outdoor environment that may include working in adverse weather conditions and hazards involving the use of power tools, heavy equipment and exposure to hazardous and allergenic materials. Due to the on call nature of this position, the working hours vary and may include weekends, evenings and holidays. Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Operates a sanitation collection truck on an assigned route; • Ensures all containers on assigned route are emptied and contents transported and disposed of at an appropriate transfer station or disposal site; • Performs assembly, delivery, pickup, and repair work on collection containers; • Performs routine and minor maintenance on sanitation trucks and other equipment; • Operates snow plowing and sanding trucks and equipment; • Performs scheduled and assigned maintenance, repair, and service work on City streets, rights-of-ways, sidewalks, curbs, alleys, medians, and retention basins, as assigned; • Maintains road rights-of-ways, seasonally operating dump trucks or other light trucks, front-end loaders, pavers, pavement rollers, sweepers, snow plowing and sanding trucks, and other required equipment, as assigned; • Maintains compliance with Federal, State, County, City and other applicable public health environmental and safety standards; • Assists in equipment maintenance; and performs other related duties as required; Specialized Knowledge • Idaho driver's license with Class B CDL • Equipment and tool operation and maintenance practices; • Methods, techniques, and equipment for collection and emptying of garbage and trash containers; • Operate power equipment, including but not limited to, collection trucks, grounds keeping equipment, dump trucks, bobcats, loaders, pavers, rollers, snow plowing and sanding, and related equipment as assigned; Experience, Skills & Qualifications • High school diploma or GED equivalency is required; and two (2) years of experience in equipment operation or general labor tasks is preferred OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work; • Accurately follow written and oral instructions; • Operate hand tools and heavy equipment; • Operate standard office equipment, including a computer using program applications appropriate to assigned duties; • Communicate clearly and effectively with supervisors, the public, and other employees. Essential Physical Abilities • Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal instructions and alarm and warning systems, including backup alarms, and communicate effectively with other employees and the public; • Sufficient visual acuity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to comprehend written work instructions and work orders; • Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate motor vehicles, including heavy equipment, and operate a variety of power and hand tools and to make adjustments to equipment; • Sufficient strength to lift and carry objects up to 80 pounds; • Sufficient personal mobility, stamina, flexibility, and balance to perform maintenance and repair operations that require bending, stooping, kneeling, stretching, and other physical exertions in an outdoor environment, including extremes of heat and cold.

The Water Operator I is responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the Municipal Water System on an assigned shift basis. Work is performed under the direction of the supervisor in charge.Essential Functions Operates, services, maintains and checks equipment, instruments, pumps, valves; Takes readings of pressures, volumes, weights, levels, flows and other data, and records them on log sheets; Makes routine water quality tests; Performs maintenance on Water Division equipment, pumps, pipes, vehicles, buildings, structures and grounds; Collects samples, performs simple analysis, and records results; Installs, repairs, and inspects water lines, valves, pumps; Responds to calls and concerns from the public; Installs, reads, and repairs water meters; Locates and marks water lines; Performs after hours “on call” duties for the Department. Remains within a 1-hour response time while “on call”; Assists in various duties, shifts and functions of the Water Division operations; Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. Licenses and Other Requirements Idaho Class “B or Higher” Commercial Driver's License or the ability to obtain one within six months of employment; Class I Water Distribution License or the ability to obtain one within 1 year of employment; Applicants must be able to pass a background check and drug testing. Equal Opportunity Employer Powered by JazzHR 6XnDJp6sSJ

STREETS HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERAT - City of Nampa Heavy Equipment Operator Hiring Salary: $$20.00-$25.39 DOE Reports to (Role): Street Maintenance Lead Department/Group: Streets FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Travel Required: None Position Type: Full-Time Job Family / Business Unit: Streets Benefits Eligible: Yes EEO Category: Skilled Craft PERSI Eligible: Yes Work Schedule: Varies WE TAKE CARE OF OUR PEOPLE! The City of Nampa offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities, including: Medical Dental Vision PERSI Retirement Plan, with 11.18% employer contribution 401k & 457 Retirement Plans 11 Paid Holidays Paid Time Off (at least 4 weeks per year) Life Insurance with AD&D Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Account Employer-Funded HRA VEBA Health Savings Wellness Program & Rewards Opportunity for student Public Service Loan Forgiveness Harward Recreation Center Membership Discount Other Great Benefits! POSITION SUMMARY: Performs skilled work in the operation of light, medium, and heavy-duty maintenance and construction equipment for city street construction and maintenance activities; performs other job-related duties, as required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Operate light, medium, and heavy-duty maintenance and construction equipment such as dump trucks, water trucks, rollers, sweepers, front-end loaders, backhoes, paint stripers, skid steer, road grader, and other equipment as required in the maintenance and repair of city streets and roadways. * Perform a variety of heavy manual work in connection with the construction, maintenance, and repair of structures, devices, and systems in the right of way to include sidewalks, curbs, streets, storm drains, and concrete structures. * Conduct Winter Maintenance Operations to include applying sand, salt, and brine to road surfaces and snow removal. * Respond to citizens' questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner. * Provides for the maintenance and repairs of city streets and roadways, including preparing road surfaces for patching, painting, chip sealing, and other repairs as needed. Install and maintain roadway and right-of-way markings, delineators, and paint schemes. * Responds to work orders and emergencies on the roadway, right of way, or to ancillary structures that require repair, debris removal, or cleanup, and manages vegetation in the right of way. * Responds to emergency calls, including reading maps, locating storm drains, and diagnosing storm drain problems. * Operates a variety of hand/portable powered and unpowered tools such as air tools, grease guns, drills, wrenches, and equipment related to work assignments as instructed. * Observes safe work methods and uses safety equipment in the maintenance and repair of City streets and roadsides, including placing barriers, cones, and warning signs to secure work sites from traffic hazards as necessary. * Provides routine maintenance of city vehicles and related tools and equipment, including washing trucks and checking oil, fuel, and fluid levels as needed. * Performs other directly related duties consistent with the role and function of the classification. * Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities. * Is punctual and timely in meeting requirements of performance, including attendance standards and work deadlines. * Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems. * Assumes responsibility for other duties as required or assigned. * Attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions and reviews publications and audio-visual materials to become and remain current on principles, practices, and new developments in assigned work areas. * Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities. * Is punctual and timely in meeting requirements of performance, including attendance standards and work deadlines. * Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems. * Assumes responsibility for other duties as required or assigned. * Attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions and reviews publications and audio-visual materials to become and remain current on principles, practices, and new developments in assigned work areas. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS: * Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems. * Responds to citizens' questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner. * Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities. * Is punctual and timely in meeting requirements of performance, including attendance standards and work deadlines. * Communicates information and states concerns clearly and professionally. * Respects the opinion of others and demonstrates a reasonable relationship with employees, supervisors, and others. * Accepts and performs in a timely and effective manner changes in work assignments and/or how work is performed. REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS: * High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Required * 4 plus years in Heavy Equipment Operation and Roadside Maintenance; and/or any combination of experience and training which provides the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work. * And/or any combination of experience and training which provides the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work. * Valid State of Idaho Class A Commercial Driver's License or obtain within 12 months. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: * Strong oral and written communication skills, communicating effectively by phone, in person, and in writing. * Ability to deal with a wide range of persons and communicate effectively both orally and in writing using both technical and non-technical language. * Safe, proper, and efficient operation and care of construction and maintenance equipment. * Research, data compilation, and report generation. * Public works construction and maintenance activities. * Traffic laws, ordinances, and rules applicable to motor vehicle and equipment operations to include traffic hazards and traffic safety procedures. * Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines. * Ability and willingness to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology. * Integrity, ingenuity, and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks. * Basic knowledge of current practices, procedures, and functional services involved within the public sector of a municipal government is preferably desired. WORK ENVIRONMENT: * Work is performed primarily in an outdoor environment, and the employee in this class is subject to outside environmental conditions. EEO STATEMENT: The City of Nampa is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. DISCLAIMER: The city has reviewed this to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the City reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the City may deem appropriate.

It takes highly trained and skilled individuals to keep the Army National Guard's sophisticated weapons operating at top performance. The Integrated Family of Test Equipment (IFTE) Operator/Maintainer supports Army National Guard operations in the field by performing maintenance on shop replaceable units, system supported line replaceable units, and test program sets. The IFTE Operator/Maintainer is primarily responsible for maintaining the base shop test facility. Specific duties may include: performing electronic maintenance, adjustments, and tests; operating and performing preventive maintenance checks and services on assigned vehicles and power generators; performing march order and emplacement of the base shop test facility; installing supported weapon system test program sets; replacing defective components and performing base shop test facility alignments; reading technical diagrams and manuals; and replacing equipment parts, such as resistors, switches, and circuit boards. Some of the Skills You'll Learn * Use and maintenance of electrical and electronic test equipment * Equipment repair exercises Helpful Skills * Strong attention to detail * Interest in solving problems Through your training, you will develop the skills and experience to enjoy a civilian career in manufacturing companies, medical research facilities, satellite communications firms, or commercial airline companies. The same skills may also prepare you for a future with the Federal Aviation Administration, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, or the National Weather Service. With some additional study, you may be able to qualify for the Electronics Technician Association (ETA) certification. Earn While You Learn Instead of paying to learn these skills, get paid to train. In the Army National Guard, you will learn these valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance. Job training for an IFTE Operator/Maintainer consists of 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you'll learn basic Soldiering skills, and 34 weeks of classroom instruction, including practice in repairing and replacing equipment parts.

The Equipment Operator is a journey level position operating light and medium equipment and performing maintenance duties for Street Operations or the Water Department. In the Street Department, the job requires knowledge of the operation of power tools and light and medium equipment such as dump trucks with trailers, backhoes, loaders, sweepers, equipment transport vehicles, and snow plowing equipment. It requires knowledge of maintenance techniques for streets, storm drains, and levees. In the Water Department, the job requires knowledge of the methods of water distribution repair and installation of water mains, services, valves, hydrants, meters and storm/Sewer related infrastructure, operations of power tools and light and medium equipment such as dump trucks with trailers, backhoes, compactors, power brooms, snow plowing equipment and loaders. The job requires Class I Drinking Water Distribution Operator certification.* The job requires the ability to maintain a collaborative and cooperative working relationship with elected and appointed officials, other City employees, other organizations, and the general public. The work environment is a public street environment that may include exposure to adverse weather conditions, trench excavation, traffic hazards, moving vehicles and heavy equipment at the job site, and hazards involving the use of power tools and equipment. The noise level is generally moderate but with occasional exposure to noisy and/or loud equipment. The job is an on-call position, responding to emergency situations. Employees designated as immediate response personnel must live thirty (30) minutes or less from their usual daily work site. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Operates power tools and light and medium equipment including, but not limited to, backhoes, loaders, compactors and dump trucks with trailers. Other equipment may include sweeper, camera van, equipment transport vehicles, snow plows, and related maintenance equipment of the assigned department. * Performs flagging and traffic control duties at work sites. Performs basic maintenance on vehicles and equipment. * Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures, and safety practices. * Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. * Street Department * Performs maintenance and repair work on City streets, storm drain system and levees. Patches holes and seals cracks in asphalt pavement with hot asphalt and crack seal mixture. Prepares road surfaces for chip sealing, fog sealing, microsealing, and other related maintenance applications. * Maintains levee system by cutting trees and clearing brush, cleaning head gates, and clearing debris basins. Maintains storm drain systems by clearing lines, spillways, debris grates, and debris basins using jet trucks and related equipment. * Transports hot asphalt, chips for chip sealing, and other repair and maintenance materials to repair and stockpile sites. Transports debris from repair sites to dump, storage and/or recycling sites. * Performs snow and ice control work on streets by pre-treating with brine solution. Performs snow and ice removal using equipment to plow, sand, and de-ice streets and roadways, including removing debris from streets and roadways and transporting to dump site. Mixes pretreatment (salt brine) solution for application ahead of storms. * Trains to operate all equipment used by the Department. * Water Department * Assists plumbers in performing installation, maintenance and repair work on City water lines, service lines, hydrants and valves. * Installs water meters, performs live main line taps, flushes lines and fire hydrants. Backfill, compact and patch utility cuts in pavement. * Transports gravel, sand, asphalt or other backfill material used to repair utility cuts and stockpile sties. * Performs snow and ice removal using equipment to plow, sand, and de-ice on City streets and sidewalks. * May be assigned to assist with pulling pumps and cleaning water storage tanks. * Assists in training other employees on operating equipment and trains to operate all equipment used by the Department. ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS* * High school diploma or GED * Class A CDL with specified endorsements * Flagging certification * CPR and First Aid certification * In the Water Department, Class I Drinking Water Distribution Operator certification * Two (2) years of light and medium equipment experience is preferred An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may be considered. * Hiring Note: The Equipment Operator position requires a Class A CDL with endorsements within six (6) months of hire date in Street and Water; and/or a Class I Drinking Water Distribution Operator certification within eighteen (18) months of hire in Water. Failure to acquire this certification by the established date will violate the terms of the position and will result in layoff from the position. CLASSIFICATION REQUIREMENTS The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for an individual to satisfactorily perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be successful in the position. Knowledge of: * Methods and techniques of safely operating power tools and light and medium equipment, including but not limited to, backhoes, loaders, dump trucks with trailers and related equipment of the assigned department; * Methods, techniques, and objectives of snow and ice pretreatment and removal; * Methods and techniques of using power and landscaping equipment; * Methods, techniques, and objectives of flagging and traffic control; * Equipment maintenance methods and techniques; * Federal regulations and City policies regarding safe work practices relating to use of light, medium, and heavy equipment, power tools, and hand tools; * Operation of a personal computer and job-related software applications. * Street Department * Methods, techniques, and objectives of street, storm drain, and levee maintenance and repair. * Water Department * Methods, techniques and objectives of water line installation, maintenance and repair. Skill and Ability to: * Operate light and medium equipment of the assigned Department; * Train to qualify to use all equipment used by the Department; * Perform maintenance and repair duties of the assigned Department; * Perform levee tree and brush clearing, maintenance, and repair work; * Perform traffic control and flagging duties; * Perform basic vehicle and equipment maintenance; * Operate hand tools, power tools and equipment; * Maintain a professional demeanor at all times; * Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; * Complete assignments in a timely fashion; understand and comply with all rules, policies and regulations; * Perform all duties in accordance with City policies and procedures with regard for personal safety and that of other employees and the public. * Street Department * Prepare road surfaces for chip sealing, fog sealing, and related maintenance; * Perform pre-storm de-icing work on road surfaces and plow, sand, and de-ice impacted roads and streets; * Perform storm drain clearing, maintenance, and repair work. * Water Department * Assist plumbers with installation and repair of water lines, service lines, hydrants, valves and meters; * Perform road and street repair, including utility cut repair; * Perform hydrant flushing and valve exercise programs. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, use hands to handle materials or manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms; operate a motor vehicle or job-related equipment; and work in confined spaces. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.