Extra Help-Refuse Equipment Operator I

This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Solid Waste Department. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration.

Applications will be reviewed by Tulare County Human Resources & Development. As extra help positions become available, County departments with the job openings select the most qualified and appropriate applicant for the position available. The number of hours and duration of employment varies by each assignment. Extra help employees may work in a variety of County departments in locations throughout the geographic county area.

Extra help employees may not work more than 1,559 hours in any fiscal year from July to June. An extra help employee who mistakenly works in excess of 1,559 hours in a fiscal year does not become a probationary or regular employee. Applications will be active for six months. If you are hired for extra help and you complete a work assignment and then if you wish to be employed again, you must resubmit an Extra Help application online. There are no benefits associated with extra help positions. See regular job specification for complete job duties and requirements.

Current vacancy is with the Solid Waste Department located in Visalia. The anticipated life of the list is six months.

Typical Duties

DUTY SAMPLE

• Operate crawler dozer and landfill compactor to spread, compact, and cover refuse.
• Operate water truck to provide dust control at disposal sites.
• May operate other heavy equipment such as scrapers, back hoes, loaders, trucks and motor grader.
• Assist in maintaining grounds at disposal sites.
• Perform routine service work on assigned equipment, make minor adjustments and assist in repairs.
• Keep simple time, material and equipment and maintenance records.
• Follow safety rules and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.

Education:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth(12 th ) grade.

Experience:

• One (1) year of responsible experience in the operation of gas and diesel powered heavy equipment preferably in landfill operations, which involve servicing equipment, reading work orders and keeping service records.

Knowledge of:

• Operating characteristics of gasoline and diesel powered medium and heavy equipment.
• Practical application of equipment operation for sanitary disposal work.
• Safety procedures for use of equipment.
• Service requirements of equipment.
• Basic math sufficient to keep time, operating and service records.
• Proper use of hand and power tools.

Skill/Ability to:

• Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers.
• Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment.
• Operate one or more pieces of construction equipment.
• Carry out oral and written job assignments.
• Read and understand operator and service manuals.
• Inspect, service and make minor adjustments on equipment. Work cooperatively with other operators and maintenance personnel.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.

DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge of: .

• How to connect various types of accessories and hydraulic lines to medium and heavy equipment.
• Various types of oil and greases.
• Steam cleaners.
• Principles and practices related to the compaction of soils.

Skill/Ability to:

• Operate a trash compactor.
• Spread materials with dump truck.
• Handle trucks with heavy loads.
• Operate compressor equipment.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment

Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act

This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER



Closing Date/Time: 6/21/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

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