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Collection Equipment Operator III

Salary

$71,096.40 - $86,422.32 Annually

Location

Sacramento, CA

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

29657-B

Department

Waste Management & Recycling

Opening Date

10/18/2024

Closing Date

4/4/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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The Position

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

11/1/24, 11/15/24, 12/13/24, 1/10/25, 2/7/25, 3/7/25, 4/4/25 (final)

Under general supervision, the Collection Equipment Operator III, leads, plans, schedules, and oversees the work of the lower level 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, GPS navigation systems and other specialized applications related to area of assignment

+ Two-way radio communication devices and related equipment

+ Make arithmetical computations accurately and rapidly

+ 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 Collection Equipment Operator staff and lower level staff

+ Plan, coordinate, assign, and review the work of staff

+ Provide work direction and instruction

+ Instruct subordinates and/or new employees in proper work methods

+ Research and evaluate work problems, and recommend solutions

+ Develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with co-workers and the public

+ Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing

+ Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action

+ Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations

+ Maintain and ensure current training records, certification records and other required records are up to date

+ Maintain confidential information

+ Read, understand, and adhere to County and department policies and procedures relating to area of assignment

+ Complete and submit basic written reports when required

+ Apply customer service skills, including the identification of customer needs and follow up to ensure customer commitments have been met

+ Operate two, three and four-axle trucks including equipment with dual drive

+ Adapt to new technologies, work processes, and equipment

+ Anticipate traffic patterns and run routes efficiently

+ Perform heavy manual labor for extended periods under all types of climatic conditions

Employment Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Five years of full time paid experience operating commercial vehicles (such as a large bus, box truck, tow truck, cement mixer, dump truck, or garbage truck), one year of which includes operating automated solid waste vehicles in the waste management or recycling industry.

AND

Possession of a valid Commercial Driver's License, Class B or higher without an Airbrake 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 candidate's 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 process. In 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 (CDL), Class B or higher without an Airbrake 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:

+ Sit for extended periods of time, while operating equipment.

+ Stand and walk on a daily basis.

+ Occasionally bend, stop, squat, kneel, twist/turn or crouch.

+ Climb on and off equipment.

+ Occasionally lift objects weighing up to 75 pounds without assistance; in excess of 75 pounds with assistance.

+ Occasionally tip, push or pull objects weighing up to 100 pounds without assistance; in excess of 100 pounds with assistance.

+ Have sufficient, strength, stamina and agility to perform medium to heavy manual labor for 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 shift, overtime, weekends, holidays and non-routine hours.

Probationary Period

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

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP).

GENERAL BENEFITS:

Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net.

TEMPORARY POSITIONS:

Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions.

SALARY STEP INCREASES:

The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained.

PAY:

All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty.

VACATION:

Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days.

HOLIDAYS:

14.5 holidays per year as recognized.

SICK LEAVE:

Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit.

PARENTAL LEAVE:

Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT:

Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement.

RETIREMENT:

Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage.

HEALTH INSURANCE:

The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs.

DENTAL INSURANCE:

The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person.

LIFE INSURANCE:

The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION:

The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:

The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as:

+ Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions

+ Marriage or Family Relationships

+ Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care

+ Alcohol and Drug Abuse

WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM:

The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT:

The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses.

+ DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT:

Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working.

+ MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT:

The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan.

WORKERS' COMPENSATION:

In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California.

SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION:

The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction.

SELECTION AND PLACEMENT

Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age.

Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Please read carefully the Minimum Qualifications section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification.

Experience means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.

PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS:

If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications.

OPEN EXAMINATIONS:

Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply.

CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS:

Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received.

ELIGIBLE LISTS:

Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists.

EXAMINATION RATINGS:

Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director.

APPEAL PROCESS:

Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination.

Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) ###-####. Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate.

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs):

OTHER INFORMATION

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE:

Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes.

Disabled Veteran means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service.

Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule reserve status does not constitute active duty.

CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT:

As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE:

Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest.

CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT:

No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position.

SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION):

Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that:

Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and

The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING:

The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant.

DRIVER LICENSE:

Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD:

Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months.

AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE:

Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either:

1. Become a union member;

2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or,

3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity.

FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS:

Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions.

01

The following Supplemental Questionnaire is the Civil Service Exam for this position and will be used to determine your exam score.

Note: The Supplemental Questionnaire and the Application are administered as two separate documents. The Application is used only to determine if the minimum qualifications are met; and the Supplemental Questionnaire will be used only to determine your exam score.

In order to receive every consideration in the selection process, you must complete all questions with concise but detailed answers and provide all requested information. Each answer will be scored separately. References such as 'See Resume' as a response will not be scored.

By continuing in the exam process, you are certifying that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge.

+ I have read and understood the above instructions.

02

The minimum qualifications for the Collections Equipment Operator III class are as follows:

Five years of full time paid experience operating commercial vehicles (such as a large bus, box truck, tow truck, cement mixer, dump truck, or garbage truck), one year of which includes operating automated solid waste vehicles in the waste management or recycling industry.

AND

Possession of a valid Commercial Driver's License, Class B or higher without an Airbrake restriction.

Select the one box that best describes your experience and license as it relates to the minimum qualifications.

+ I meet the minimum qualifications listed above.

+ I do not meet the minimum qualifications.

03

To qualify for this position, you must submit proof of the license requirement. Please attach a current copy of your Driver's License, Class B or higher (front and back) to your application. Copies of your Driver's License, Class B or higher must be attached or sent to our office or you may be disqualified.

+ I have attached a copy of my Driver's License, Class B or higher to my application.

+ I will submit a copy of my Driver's License, Class B or higher by email before the cut-off listed on the job announcement.

04

Select the one box that best describes your current valid Driver's License.

+ None.

+ Driver's License Class C.

+ Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B.

+ Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A.

05

List your current valid Driver's License number, state of issuance, class, and expiration date. If you have a medical certificate in conjunction with your license, please include the date of expiration.

If you do not have a Driver's License, please write None.

06

Select all the boxes that best describe your current valid Endorsements or Certificates.

+ None.

+ Double or Triple Trailer Endorsement.

+ Hazardous Endorsement.

+ Tanker Endorsement.

+ Forklift Certificate.

+ Heavy Equipment Certificate.

07

Do you possess a valid Commercial Driver's License Class B or higher without an Airbrake restriction?

+ Yes.

+ No.

08

List any valid endorsements and/or certificates you possess including state of issuance and expiration date.

If you do not have any related endorsements or certificates, please write None.

09

Select all the boxes that best describe your paid experience performing tasks while working around medium to heavy duty vehicles and/or equipment.

+ None.

+ Keeping accurate and orderly records (e.g. service information, unusual events or conditions).

+ Managing the efficiency and timing of assigned routes.

+ Reading and interpreting maps.

+ Following established routes through residential streets, multi-family complexes, businesses or industrial areas while operating vehicles.

+ Inspecting vehicles and equipment prior to and after use to ensure safe operating conditions.

+ Operating mechanical controls to pick up large containers, emptying into the body of a truck and replacing in proper position.

+ Observing, following, and reporting safety regulations and procedures.

+ Cleaning and performing routine non-auto mechanical maintenance and servicing on equipment.

+ Reporting mechanical defects, preventive maintenance required, and other necessary maintenance for the mechanics.

+ Reporting incidents, accidents, and/or injuries.

+ Assisting internal and external customers regarding your organization's policies and procedures (e.g. questions regarding services and schedules).

10

Select all the boxes that best describe your experience in the waste management or recycling field.

+ None.

+ Unloading collection or recycling vehicle(s) at designated disposal or materials recovery facilities.

+ Directing members of the public to proper dump areas and responding to inquiries regarding collection services and schedules.

+ Removing litter, debris, rubbish, and other waste at a refuse/recycle transfer facility.

+ Training and educating staff and members of the public regarding laws, codes, and regulations specific to waste management or recycling.

11

Select all of the boxes that best describe your lead and/or supervisory experience.

+ None.

+ Scheduling, distributing, and assigning work to staff.

+ Monitoring work for progress and quality and ensuring work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.

+ Reviewing the work of staff.

+ Providing training and mentoring to staff in accordance with established policies and procedures.

+ Assisting, guiding, and instructing group members in the performance of their duties; providing technical direction and problem solving in response to staff work questions and problems.

+ Recommending improvements and modifications to work processes and adapting work procedures to meet changing needs.

+ Coordinating with supervisor(s) to develop and implement new policies and procedures.

+ Resolving informal employee complaints, providing input to supervisor on employee performance and informing supervisor of conduct problems.

+ Responding to and coordinating with supervisors to resolve routine customer inquiries and complaints.

+ Maintaining and ensuring current training records, certification records and other required records are up to date.

12

Select all the boxes that best describe your experience as a lead and/or supervisor.

+ None.

+ Occasionally work as a lead or supervise staff.

+ Regularly work as a lead or supervise a team in the waste management and recycling industry.

+ Regularly work as a lead or supervise a team in an industry other than waste management and recycling.

13

Select all the boxes that best describe the equipment you have experience operating for six (6) months or more.

+ None.

+ Forklift.

+ Water truck/Tanker.

+ Fuel truck.

+ Sweeper.

+ Claw and wheeled loaders.

+ Boom truck.

+ Roll-off truck.

+ Heavy off-road equipment (e.g. dozer, scraper, etc.)

+ Box truck.

+ Large bus.

+ Tow truck.

+ Cement mixer.

+ Dump truck.

+ Straight truck.

+ Automated side loader refuse collection vehicle.

+ Rear loaded refuse collection vehicle.

+ Front loading refuse collection vehicle.

+ Other medium to heavy duty equipment.

14

For your equipment selection(s) in the previous question, please make sure to list the specific type(s) of equipment you have experience operating in the Work Experience section of your application.

+ I will confirm the type(s) of equipment I have experience operating are listed on the Work Experience section of my application.

15

Select the one box that best describes your full-time paid experience operating automated solid waste vehicles in the waste management or recycling industry that require a Commercial Driver's License, Class B or higher.

+ None.

+ Less than (1) year of experience.

+ One (1) year but less than three (3) years of experience.

+ Three (3) years but less than five (5) years of experience.

+ Five (5) years but less than seven (7) years of experience.

+ Seven (7) years but less than nine (9) years of experience.

+ Nine (9) years or more of experience.

16

Select all of the boxes that best describe the courses you have taken.

+ None.

+ Defensive driving course.

+ Workplace safety / accident prevention course.

+ Workplace violence course.

+ OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) or EPA (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency) training in waste disposal.

+ SWANA (Solid Waste Association of North America) courses.

+ Other training courses.

17

List the courses you selected in the previous question along with the date you completed the course.

If you have not taken any related courses, please write None.

18

Select the one box that best describes your personal computer (PC) or tablet usage experience.

+ None.

+ Minimal - Rarely use a PC, tablet, smart phone, or similar device.

+ Moderate - Occasionally use a PC, tablet, or similar device and am familiar with Microsoft Office (or equivalent) applications (e.g. Word, Outlook, and Excel).

+ Advanced - Often use a PC, tablet, or similar device and have experience utilizing Microsoft Office (or equivalent) applications (e.g. Word, Outlook, and Excel).

19

Select all the boxes that best describe software programs and/or equipment you have experience using in a working environment.

+ None.

+ Microsoft Outlook or comparable software.

+ Microsoft Word or comparable software.

+ Microsoft Excel or comparable software.

+ Database program (e.g. Access).

+ GPS Navigation Systems.

+ Two way radios or similar devices.

20

Describe your experience that qualifies you for the Collection Equipment Operator III position. In your response, include your employer(s), dates of employment, job title, and a description of your duties. Please include any information needed to further clarify your selected responses to any of the previous questions.

If you have no experience, please type None .

21

Working Conditions:

Position 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 shift, overtime, weekends, holidays and non-routine hours.

+ I have read and understood the working conditions described above.

22

I understand this position may require frequent interaction with customers and the public while performing assigned duties.

+ Yes, I understand.

23

Physical Requirements:

Positions in this class require incumbents to be able to:

+ Stand and walk on a daily basis.

+ Sit for extended periods of time, while operating equipment.

+ Occasionally bend, stoop, squat, kneel, twist/turn or crouch.

+ Climb on and off equipment.

+ Occasionally lift objects weighing up to 75 pounds without assistance; in excess of 75 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 periods of time.

Individuals who do not meet these requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by case basis.

+ I have read and understood the physical requirements described above.

24

The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment must