Heavy Equipment Operator

King County   Auburn, WA   Full-time
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Summary

(This posting was previously opened on 6/30/2021. If you applied during that time, there is no need to reapply. Your application will be considered. Review of applications will occur frequently.) 

This position is responsible for the safe operation of heavy equipment at Cedar Hills Landfills and the 7 closed landfills around King County. This position will assist with the spreading, loading, compacting and digging in solid waste and soils in an efficient, productive and safe manner.

There are four (4) Term-limited Temporary (TLT) positions (Special Duty Assignment, if you are an eligible King County Career Service employee) which may last through January 1, 2023.

WHO MAY APPLY:  These positions are open to all qualified applicants. This recruitment will be used to fill TLT positions and may be used to create a list of competitive candidates to fill possible future vacancies in a regular or other temporary capacity (i.e. Special Duty Assignment, or Short Term Temporary). If hired as a TLT, it is possible this may convert to a regular position.

FORMS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED:  Applicants must submit (1) King County application form, (2) respond to the supplemental questions detailing your background operating equipment. Applications that are incomplete may not be considered.

SELECTION PROCESS:  The applications will be screened for clarity, completeness and required qualifications. Applicants rated the most competitive will be invited to a skills test & may be selected for a panel interview thereafter.

WORK LOCATION:  The primary work locations for this position is the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill, 16645 228th Ave., SE. Maple Valley, WA.

WORK SCHEDULE:  This position's shifts/work schedule may vary depending on shift bids and operational needs. Scheduled work shifts include 5/8 and 4/10.

OPERATIONS SECTION PROFILE:  The operations section of the Solid Waste Division operates a solid waste transfer and disposal system for residents and businesses in King County (except for Seattle). The operations section is responsible for the transfer facilities, transportation, maintenance shop (maintaining the division's heavy equipment, vehicles and facilities), landfill operations, landfill gas and wastewater. Commercial garbage collection companies and self-haulers (business and residential) bring solid waste to the transfer facilities, where it is located into large transfer trailers and hauled to the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill for disposal. At the landfill, a network of environmental controls ensures the by-products of the decomposing waste are captured and managed.

EXAMPLES OF JOB DUTIES:
• Operate a large dozer D-9 or similar in grading, excavating and back-filling.
• Operate a refuse compactor at the County landfill site.
• Operate a push/pull scraper of twenty-five yards covering compacted solid waste and excavating and moving soil.
• Operate other equipment such as sweepers, slope mowers, cranes, front-end loaders and graders.
• Apply knowledge of driving laws and proper use of equipment, road building materials, basic survey principles, construction safety principles, and environmental regulations related to landfill work.
• Respond to on-site accidents, emergencies, and hazardous spills to assess immediate concerns and possible equipment use.
• Monitor, control and direct activities at job site; control flow and sequence of truck dumping, direct customers to appropriate areas.
• Identify potentially hazardous or unacceptable materials at job site and coordinate proper disposal.
• Perform visual safety inspection of vehicle; checking fluid levels and tire pressure, refueling vehicles, maintain vehicle cleanliness and perform pre-trip inspections.

REQUIRED SKILLS:
• Minimum of two (2) years of demonstrated recent experience safely operating heavy equipment such as:

o Large Dozer D-9
o Back-Hoe
o Push/Pull Scraper
o Refuse Compactor
o Sweepers
o Slope Mowers
o Front-end Loaders
o Graders
• Demonstrated application of safety procedures with operating heavy equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to identify potential on-site hazards
• Ability to respond to on-site safety situations
• Ability to work in a team and independently
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills

THE MOST COMPETITIVE CANDIDATES WILL POSSESS:  The most competitive candidates will have
Experience in landfill construction and maintenance.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Valid Washington State Driver's License upon hire
• Valid Washington State Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License upon hire
• Current Washington State Department of Transportation Medical Card
• Candidate must be able to work on heavy equipment and machinery on uneven slopes, surfaces, grades and terrain in heat/cold, wet/humid, inclement weather and other adverse conditions such as odor, high volume noise, dust and heavy traffic.

This position is defined as safety sensitive and as such, the selected candidate will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment and, subsequent to commencement of employment, will be subject to random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return to duty and follow up testing.  The selected candidate will be required to pass a physical examination.

UNION MEMBERSHIP: Positions in this classification are represented by International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE), Local 302.

CONTACT INFORMATION:  If you have any questions about this position, please contact Jemima McMahon, Human Resources Analyst at 206-477-4002 or via e-mail at jemima.mcmahon@kingcounty.gov OR Roxanne Malatesta, Human Resources Analyst at 206-477-5210 or via email at Roxanne.malatesta@kingcounty.gov.

Supplemental Information

Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. 

Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. 

Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.

(New) Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement 
As of October 18, 2021, most* King County employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If hired, you will be required to submit proof of vaccination by October 18th. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after their second dose in a two-dose series or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine. Employees may make requests for a reasonable accommodation based on a medical disability or for sincerely held religious beliefs. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation.

This directive applies to employees in the Executive branch*, the Assessor’s Office, Elections, the King County Sheriff’s Office, and the Executive Office.  

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact your recruiter listed on this job announcement.

King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being.  Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
  • Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
  • Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
  • Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
  • 10 paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
  • Generous vacation and paid sick leave
  • Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Wellness programs
  • Onsite gyms and activity centers
  • Employee giving program
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
  • Training and career development programs
For additional information about employee benefits please visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page.

This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy.  If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.  Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
 
NOTE:  Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
 
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.

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Please check if you have a minimum of two (2) years of demonstrated recent experience safely operating the following heavy equipment. Check all that apply. NOTE: Your application must demonstrate experience in these areas.
  • Large Dozer D-9
  • Back-Hoe
  • Push/Pull Scraper
  • Refuse Compactor
  • Sweepers
  • Slope Mowers
  • Front-end Loaders
  • Graders
  • None of the above
02
If you selected one or more types of heavy equipment above, please provide the heavy equipment, specific dates and employer of when you operated. Do not write "see application", as it will be considered an incomplete response. (If you selected "None of the above," type in NA.)
03
Do you apply safety procedures with operating heavy equipment? NOTE: If you answer "Yes," your application materials must demonstrate experience in this area.
  • Yes
  • No
04
Do you have experience with identifying potential on-site safety hazards? NOTE: If you answer "Yes," your application materials must demonstrate experience in this area.
  • Yes
  • No
05
If you answered "Yes" above, please provide a brief description with dates and employer on identifying potential on-site hazards. Do not write "see application," as it will be considered an incomplete response. (If you selected "No," type in NA.)
06
Do you have experience in landfill construction and maintenance? NOTE: If you answer "Yes," your application materials must demonstrate experience in this area.
  • Yes
  • No
07
Do you have a valid Washington State Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License that you can show upon hire? NOTE: If you answer "Yes," you will need to provide proof when requested.
  • Yes
  • No
08
Do you have a current Washington State Department of Transportation Medical Card? NOTE: If you answer "Yes," you will need to provide proof when requested.
  • Yes
  • No
09
Are you applying to this position as an eligible Current or Previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant AND Is this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff AND Do you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?
  • Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my role at King County AND I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. AND The position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.
  • No.
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If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided: 1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice 2. The department you worked in 3. The effective date of your layoff
11
Did you hear this position advertised on radio station KXPA or KRIZ/KYIZ?
  • Yes
  • No

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Auburn, WA