Machine Operator Sanitation Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $18.88 Hourly
Location : City of Henderson - 222 First Street, Henderson KY 42420, KY
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-00021
Department: Public Works Department
Division: Sanitation Collection
Opening Date: 06/29/2026
Job Description
YOU MUST HAVE A CLASS B CDL LICENSE TO APPLY.
Essential Functions
CITY OF HENDERSON, KENTUCKY
CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION
CLASSIFICATION TITLE: EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION
The purpose of this classification is to operate equipment and perform manual work functions associated with various city departments as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
• Operates equipment and performs semi-skilled and manual work activities involving various city department functions; may be assigned to street maintenance, traffic control, sanitation, landfill, central garage, or other projects.
• Operates a variety of equipment, machinery and tools used in department projects and activities, which may include a utility truck, sanitation truck, backhoe, end loader, water truck, water pump, tractor, mower, weed eater, bush hog, leaf vacuum, computerized scales, body lift, saw, grinder, vacuum, shovel, rake, broom, mechanical tools, etc.
• Transports, loads and unloads refuse, equipment, and other materials.
• Performs various tasks associated with sanitation operations; transports crew of sanitation workers to collect refuse on an assigned route; coordinates daily route of truck.
• Performs various manual labor functions associated with department projects and activities, which may include mowing/edging grass, spreading grass seed/straw/fertilizer, digging holes/trenches, shoveling materials, lifting/moving heavy materials, picking up debris/litter, loading garbage into a garbage truck if needed. etc.
• Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep machinery, equipment and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking fluid levels, replacing fluids, greasing equipment, washing/cleaning equipment, cleaning building and work areas, etc.; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.
• Utilizes safety equipment and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.
• Communicates with supervisor, employees, city departments, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
• Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages or directs calls to appropriate personnel; returns calls as necessary.
• Maintains regular and predictable in-person attendance during regular business hours of the City of Henderson is required.
• Supervises and leads subordinate employees on their route.
• Must undergo and successfully complete drug test and alcohol screening prior to employment and undergo and successfully complete future drug test and/or alcohol screening pursuant to the City's Drug and Alcohol policy.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Provides assistance or backup coverage to other employees or departments as needed.
Performs related duties as required, necessary, or assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or GED; supplemented by vocational/technical training in truck driving or equipment operation or supplemented by five (5) months previous experience driving trucks or equipment operation in assigned area; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) including appropriate endorsement(s) .
PERFORMANCE APTITUDES
Data Utilization: Requires the ability to compile, assemble, copy, record and/or transcribe data according to a prescribed schema or plan. Includes judging whether readily observable functional, structural or compositional characteristics are similar to or divergent from prescribed standards, procedures or routines.
Human Interaction: Requires the ability to exchange information for the purpose of clarifying details within well-established policies, procedures and standards.
Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate and control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools and/or materials requiring complex and rapid adjustments.
Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference and descriptive data and information.
Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form. Involves semi-routine standardized work with some latitude for independent judgment concerning choices of action.
Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable criteria.
ADA COMPLIANCE
Physical Ability: Tasks require the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds).
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, traffic hazards, toxic agents, disease, or pathogenic substances.
This job description does not constitute a contract of employment. Any oral or written statements or promises to the contrary are hereby expressly disavowed and should not be relied upon by any prospective or existing employees. This job description is subject to change by the employer (the City of Henderson) at the discretion of the employer, or as the needs of the employer and/or requirements of the job change. The City of Henderson explicitly reserves the right to modify any of the provisions of this job description at any time and without notice. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties or essential functions does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
Benefits include but are not limited to:
Health Insurance
Group Life Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Cancer Insurance
Disability Insurance
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Retirement
Paid time off includes, but is not limited to:
Vacation
Sick time
Personal time (full time employees only)
Holidays (for eligible employees)
Benefits are subject to change