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Transfer Equipment Operator III
Transfer Equipment Operator IIICounty of Sacramento • Sacramento, California, USA
Transfer Equipment Operator III

Transfer Equipment Operator III

County of Sacramento • Sacramento, California, USA
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The Position

This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5 : 00 pm on :

12 / 26 / 25 2 / 20 / 26 4 / 17 / 26 (Final)

Under general supervision the Transfer Equipment Operator III leads plans schedules and oversees the work of assigned staff while performing the same and / or more difficult duties as those being led; ensures completion of tasks in accordance with established policies and procedures; communicates policies procedures and job expectations; and provides training to staff.

Examples of Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of

  • Principles and practices of training mentoring and leadership
  • Operational characteristics services and activities of assigned programs and functions
  • Procedures and policies pertaining to refuse and other source separated recyclable material collection and disposal
  • Applicable federal state and local laws codes and regulations related to refuse collection and disposal
  • Procedures methods and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as databases and other specialized applications related to area of assignment
  • Two-way radio communication devices and other related equipment
  • Basic arithmetic (i.e. addition subtraction multiplication division decimals percentages ratios and fractions)
  • English usage spelling grammar and punctuation
  • Proper methods of lifting and carrying heavy loads
  • Heavy duty truck and equipment operation
  • Safety rules and regulations pertaining to refuse and other recyclable material collections and equipment operation
  • Principles of effective customer service

Ability to

  • Lead and train Transfer Equipment Operators Collection Equipment Operators Sanitation Workers Maintenance Workers and other staff on site.
  • Plan coordinate assign and review the work of staff
  • Instruct subordinates and / or new employees in proper work methods
  • Research and evaluate work problems and recommend solutions
  • Maintain current operational training records certification records such as blue books and other required records for assigned staff
  • Develop and maintain cooperative effective working relationships with co-workers and the public
  • Communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing
  • Make arithmetical computations accurately and rapidly
  • Read understand and adhere to County and department policies and procedures relating to area of assignment
  • Interpret and apply applicable federal state and local laws codes and regulations
  • Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
  • Apply customer service skills including the identification of customer needs and follow up to ensure customer commitments have been met
  • Adapt to new technologies work processes and equipment
  • Safely operate truck-tractor and trailer combinations wheeled loaders and other equipment commonly used at refuse transfer facilities
  • Complete and submit basic written reports when required
  • Use electronic technology for record keeping and communication
  • Employment Qualifications

    Minimum Qualifications

    Five years of full time paid experience in a construction industrial-agriculture mining recycling or waste management environment operating heavy equipment and / or combination vehicles such as combination-tractor-trailers shuttle trucks wheeled loaders wheeled compactors excavators sweeper trucks rough-terrain forklifts or water trucks .

    AND

    Possession of a valid Commercial Drivers License Class A without an Airbrake or 5th wheel restriction.

    Note : If the word experience is referenced in the minimum qualifications it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.

    Note : If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate / license requirement applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice.

    GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

    Criminal History and Background Checks : The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602 Personnel Policies and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidates ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained.

    The County may also conduct a background check on the candidate prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks credit history checks where authorized by Labor Code section 1024.5 Social Security Number verification professional license / registration verification military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection obtaining such information the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act.

    License Requirement : A valid California Driver License Class A without an airbrake or 5th wheel restriction shall be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License or comply with state and federal requirements for utilization may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

    Physical Requirements : Positions in this class require the incumbents to be able to :

  • Stand and walk on a daily basis.
  • Sit for extended periods of time.
  • Occasionally bend stoop squat kneel twist / turn or crouch.
  • Climb on and off equipment.
  • Occasionally move objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance; in excess of 50 pounds with assistance.
  • Occasionally tip push or pull objects weighing up to 100 pounds without assistance.
  • Have sufficient strength stamina and agility to perform medium to heavy manual labor for extended periods of time.
  • Individuals who do not meet these requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

    Working Conditions : Positions in this class require the incumbent to :

  • Work outside in all types of climatic conditions including inclement and very hot weather.
  • Work around dust dirt odors and refuse.
  • Work in loud or noisy areas.
  • Work around machinery and equipment with moving parts.
  • Work in enclosed tight spaces.
  • Work various shifts overtime weekends holidays and non-routine hours.
  • Probationary Period

    The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months.

    Application and Testing Information

    APPLICATION

    Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5 : 00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply.

    County of Sacramento

    Department of Personnel Services

    Employment Services Division

    700 H Street Room 4667

    Sacramento CA 95814

    Phone ; 7-1-1 California Relay Service

    Email

    Inter-Office Mail Code : 09-4667

  • Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5 : 00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
  • Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicants computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5 : 00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
  • Your application should highlight all relevant education training and experience and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date.
  • Application information must be current concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified.
  • A resume may be included with your application however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application.
  • SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

    Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked Supplemental Questions. Please be descriptive in your response.

    Note : Responses of See Resume or See Application or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.

  • Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5 : 00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicants computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5 : 00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
  • The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidates experience education and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification.
  • Please provide place of employment pertinent dates and concise descriptive and detailed information for each question.
  • If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely.
  • Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question.
  • If you have no experience write no experience for the appropriate question.
  • For many individuals it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted.
  • If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire the candidates application and / or attachments will not be reviewed therefore a candidates responses to the questions should be accurate thorough detailed and complete.
  • FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%)

    All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination.

    This examination will evaluate the relevance level recency progression and quality of candidates education training and experience. The candidates application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore the candidates responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible / employment list for this job.

    All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    For information regarding County jobs :

    Sacramento County is about enriching communities to thrive. We strive to create inclusive workplaces that reflect the communities we serve. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives backgrounds abilities and diverse dimensions of our employees and residents. Through transparency courage innovation and trust we are committed to advance equity and transformational change.

    We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process please contact our Disability Compliance Office at or CA Relay 711

    Key Skills

    Mechanic Experience,Crane,caterpillar,Construction Experience,Heavy Equipment Operation,Water Truck Experience,Commercial Driving,Paving,Dozer,Equipment Repair,Excavator,Front Loader Truck

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Yearly Salary Salary : 75126 - 91308

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