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Job description
Salary: $20.63 Hourly
Location : Laredo, TX
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: A
Department: Environmental and Solid Waste Services (25/38)
Division: Landfill
Opening Date: 08/11/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Description
Moves the residential and commercial garbage that comes into the landfill to the appropriate area according to site plan. Operates heavy equipment including dozer, compactor, motor grader, excavator, loader, dump trucks, roll-offs, water truck backhoe, scraper, and sheep foots.
Essential Functions/ Job Competencies/ Physical Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Operates heavy equipment (compactor, scraper, grader, dozer, etc.) safely and proficiently for purpose of waste disposal.
Operates a mechanical, side loading packer truck, collecting solid waste on a designated route, including streets and alleys.
Operates hydraulically operated arms to lift mechanized containers which are emptied into the truck and hydraulic rams to compact the refuse.
Detects, identifies, and reports improper equipment performance and makes necessary operational adjustments.
Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
Performs related work as required.
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of: Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Knowledge of traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in equipment operation and solid waste services.
Knowledge of hazards and safety rules and precautions of operating heavy equipment.
Skills and Abilities: Skill in organization and time management.
Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature.
Skill in customer service.
Skill in operating heavy equipment used in solid waste collection.
Ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work.
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries.
Ability to maintain cleanliness and proper functioning of equipment
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to read route maps.
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.
Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of this position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
Sometimes Office or similar indoor environment
Often Outdoor environment
Street environment (near moving traffic)
Construction site
Confined space
Vehicles
Warehouse environment
Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements
Sometimes Individuals who are hostile or irate
Individuals with known violent backgrounds
Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
Frequently Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
Communicable diseases
Often Moving mechanical parts
Fumes or airborne particles
Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
Travel Position will require the employee to travel
Never: Regional travel
National travel
International travel
Sometimes: Local travel
Minimum Qualifications At least five (5) years of experience operating heavy equipment.
Valid Licenses and Certifications
Required Licenses or Certifications Valid Texas C.D.L. class A or B Driver License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.
Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.
City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.
The City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes the following for all Full-time regular employees: 10 days of paid vacation per year
6 1/2 days sick leave per year
Pension plan
16 paid Holidays
Paid health*
Dental plan*
Life insurance*
*30 day waiting period
For a full description of our benefits, please visit our website at: under Employee Benefits
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Are you a current regular full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee? I am a full-time City of Laredo employee
I am a part-time City of Laredo
I am not a full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee
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How many years of experience operating heavy equipment do you have? Less than three (3) years
At least three (3) years
At least five (5) to seven (7) years
I do not have any related experience
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From the experience you provided on your application, list the name of the agencies you have experience with operating heavy equipment :Note: Do not answer this question with "See Resume" or "See Application". Doing so will automatically disqualify your application from the process.
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Select all that apply of heavy equipment equipment you have experience operation: Asphalt Spreader
Backhoe
Cranes
Dozer (Bulldozer)
Excavator
Front-end loader
Motor Grader
Pavers
Scraper
Skid Steers
Tractor
Trenchers
I do not have any experience with heavy equipment
05
Do you have a valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) class A or B? Yes
No
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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Failure to complete all sections of your application, including the "Driver License", "Education", "Work Experience", "Certifications and Licenses" (if applicable), and "Agency-Wide Questions" will result in your application not being processed. Please complete the City's application to include all current and previous work history, relevant education, and any license(s)/certification information that may be required. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification for employment consideration. I have read and understand the above information
I have read and do not understand the above information. I will contact the Human Resources Department for further explanation at .
Required Question
Worksite address
laredo, TX, 78045, US
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