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Solid Waste and Recycling CDL Equipment Operator
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Position Number: 6019446
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Facilities Management

Solid Waste and Recycling CDL Equipment Operator

Requisition Number: 62247
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Classified Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 05-Mar-2025
Date Posted:

Job Summary

Facilities Management at CU Boulder encourages applications for a Solid Waste and Recycling CDL Equipment Operator! This position collects solid waste, compost and automated recycling collections using a front load trash vehicle and rear load vehicles.
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

Facilities Management (FM) is responsible for the overall physical development and maintenance of the campus. The mission of the department is to provide a safe physical environment that promotes the advancement and transfer of knowledge.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Solid Waste & Automated Recycling Collections

Collect solid waste from trash dumpsters by operating a front loader trash truck (3-axle). Clean, repair, or replace dumpsters if needed and during student breaks (spring, summer, winter). Occasionally cube vans or automated rear load vehicles will be used for collections.

Collect recyclables from polycarts in the Housing areas of campus using the residential cart tipper package on the trash truck. Clean, replace or repair polycarts and ensure polycarts are accurately labeled by material type. Perform major cleaning and repairing of containers during student breaks.

Materials Delivery

Deliver solid waste/compost to established landfill, properly eject the load, and clean compactor area of truck. Deliver recyclables to established processing facility, eject load, and clean compactor area of truck.

Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance

Perform daily preventive maintenance on vehicles by checking fluid levels, cleaning out vehicle body, checking seals, brakes and lubricating zirk points, and performing other Department of Transportation required inspections.

Automated Compost Collections

Collect compost from polycarts and dumpsters from various locations across campus using rear load vehicles. Occasionally remove contaminates. Clean, replace and repair any polycart or dumpster as needed and ensure bins are labeled accurately. Occasionally front load or cube van vehicles are used for collections.

Data Collection

Use route sheets and other record keeping tools to verify collection of solid waste. Note the time and quantity of material collected. Record problems with the collection of material or container damage. Report damage or contamination to supervisor.

What You Should Know

The anticipated schedule for this in-person position is four 10 hour shifts, rotating every three months. Rotations are Friday - Monday, Monday-Thursday, or Tuesday-Friday. May be required to work overtime or off hours based on campus needs.
This role is eligible for our Facilities Management Employee Referral Program.

What We Can Offer

The annual salary rate for this position is $54,960.
If you have prior state-classified experience in the same class series as this position, your pay may be set at a higher amount per the state Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

Must be a Colorado resident to apply.
Three years experience operating equipment appropriate to the work assignment.
Must possess a valid Colorado Commercial Driver's License with Class B endorsement.
Must have current DOT medical card.
Ability to pass a DOT prescreen physical within 30 days of hire if needed.

What You Will Need

Able to push or pull dumpsters that weigh around 100 pounds.
Knowledge of mechanical proficiency and strong customer service skills.
Attention to detail and social skills.
Ability to work well within a team environment, possess collaboration skills, and reliability.
Able to communicate verbally and in writing.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume that includes date ranges for each position held and whether the position was full-time or part-time.
Optional: A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
DD-214 for veteran applicants.

Qualified veterans are eligible for veteran's preference points within the State classified system. If you are a veteran and would like to have your DD214 evaluated to determine your eligibility for preference points, please attach a copy of your DD214 to this posting. If you do not wish to upload a DD214, please email a copy to recruiting@colorado.edu and reference the job to which you are applying

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by March 5, 2025 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.

Select here for additional information regarding Classified Staff positions: www.cu.edu/cu-careers/special-instructions-classified-staff-applicants
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Solid-Waste-and-Recycling-CDL-Equipment-Operator/62247