Brush & Debris Equipment Operator

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City of Harlingen, TX

Brush & Debris Equipment Operator

Public Works

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Department

Public Works/Brush & Debris

Location

Public Works

Position Type

FT Employee

Salary

From $19.18 an hour

Requisition

100626-PW

Open Date

10/06/2026

Close Date

09/30/2027

Description

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

The Brush & Debris Equipment Operator is responsible for operating a brush truck or small wheel loader collecting brush or debris from the alleys or streets from within the city limits of Harlingen. Incumbents also perform a variety of semi-skilled maintenance work requiring technical knowledge of assigned work activity. The Brush and Debris Equipment Operator works under the general supervision of the Landfill Manager. Ordinarily, they receive only sufficient supervision to ensure that they are qualified to operate the assigned equipment in the required manner, and that they accomplish their assigned tasks at an acceptable level of proficiency. Employees will be evaluated by the care exercised in the operation and maintenance of equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This list 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.

• Operates a variety of equipment including front-end loader, small wheel loader, brush truck, pick-up trucks, knuckle boom, and roll-off.
• Visually inspects vehicles for mechanical defects and report’s findings.
• Operates a variety of equipment for the collection & disposal of debris.
• Operates a variety of equipment for the collection & disposal of brush.
• Operates a variety of equipment for the collection & disposal of tires.
• Operates a variety of equipment for the collection & disposal of bulk waste.
• Operates an incinerator for the burning of brush, with a maximum capacity of 25 tons of brush burn daily.
• Operator will properly clean the incinerator and properly dispose of ashes daily.
• Operator will assist transfer station operator as needed.
• Operator will load the long haul trailers with brush.
• Visually inspects vehicles for mechanical defects and report’s findings.
• Observes all safety regulations and communicates unsafe conditions or accidents/ injuries to supervisor in order to facilitate prompt correction or reporting.
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.
• Maintain regular and prompt attendance; physically present to work.
• Performs after work hours as required (nights and weekends).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements:

This classification requires the use of City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record.

Some positions will require the performance of other essential and marginal functions depending upon assignment.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED & EXERCISED

General direction is received from the Landfill Manager.

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

Knowledge of:

• The operation and maintenance requirements of heavy and light equipment.
• Applicable traffic laws, ordinances and regulations.
• Safety procedures and practices in the operation and maintenance of heavy and light equipment.

Ability to:

• Operate a variety of heavy and light equipment.
• Follow instructions with a minimum of supervision.
• Read and follow route maps.
• Report daily tonnage of brush being burned per day.
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions in the English language.
• Work cooperatively with other City employees and the public.
• Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
• Clean equipment using appropriate materials.

Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent; or six (6) months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses, Certificates & Registrations:

• Valid Texas Commercial Driver’s License, Class “B” or obtain within 12 month of employment.
• Obtain and retain a Visible Emissions Certification.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to handle and feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to climb. The employee is occasionally required to balance; stoop; kneel; crouch and crawl; and lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. The specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions and moving vehicle traffic. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

SAFETY SENSITIVITY
This position is classified as a safety-sensitive position due to the following:

The employee is expected to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) requiring a commercial driver’s license (CDL).

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