Heavy Machine Operator (Solid Waste)

Salary : $73,715.20 Annually

Location : Bloomington, IL

Job Type: Internal Employees Only

Job Number: 00965

Department: Public Works

Division: Solid Waste

Opening Date: 03/06/2026

Closing Date: 3/12/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Hours/Shift: Mon-Fri 7am-3pm

Description

This is a responsible level of skilled work in the operation of both light and heavy public works equipment.

Work involves the skilled operation of heavy public works equipment. Assignments include general maintenance work requiring utilization of heavy equipment, the general servicing and reporting of operating defects observed on equipment assigned. Performs as lead man if assigned. Work is performed independently or with a crew under general supervision, and is reviewed through inspection of completed work to verify the finishing of assignments according to established maintenance standards and instructions.

Examples of Duties

Any position may not include all of the specific duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties which may be performed

1. Operates heavy equipment public works equipment including street sweepers, front-end loaders, motor graders, and the large brush chipper on independent assignment or with a work crew; checks equipment for proper servicing, operation, and required repair; reports any needed servicing and repair; checks battery, lights, fuel, and oil levels; washes equipment.

2. Operates street sweeper for cleaning streets.

3. Operates front end loader picking up brush, logs, bulk waste, trash, snow and other debris and loads same on dump trucks

4. Operates motor grader when grading streets and alleys preparing surfaces for oiling.

5. Operates front end loader plowing snow.

6. Operates brush chipper for chipping brush; changes cutting knives on brush chipper when needed.

7. Performs all general duties listed in position #3107 Light Machine Operator, Public Services Department, Refuse Division.

8. Performs related work as required.

Typical Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS

Graduation from a standard high school or vocational/technical school; considerable experience in work in the operation/maintenance of heavy equipment; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which would provide the following knowledge, abilities, and skills;

Considerable knowledge of the operating hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary in the operation of heavy public works equipment work.

Considerable knowledge of the traffic laws and ordinances.

Considerable knowledge of maintenance work requirements related to equipment operations and in the areas of assignment.

Ability to operate assigned equipment in an independent and safe manner with a minimum of supervision.

Ability to direct and otherwise supervise an assigned general laboring crew.

Ability to understand and follow general oral and written instructions.

Ability to deal with the public in both general and difficult work situations.

Skill in the use and care of light and heavy public works equipment including street sweepers, front-end loaders, motor graders, and other specialized equipment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Possession and maintenance of a valid Illinois Class B Commercial Drivers License.

Our employees are our greatest asset and reason for our success. As a full-time Local 699 - Public Works/Parks employee, you will receive a Total Compensation package including healthcare/wellness benefits, paid time off (PTO), insurance and retirement. Details below:

Healthcare/Wellness

Medical - choice between a lower deductible PPO, an HSA-compatible PPO, and an HMO

All plans administered by BCBS

75% employer subsidy provided, for employee and any covered dependent(s). Working spouse exclusion applies, however, to the Medical Plan

Dental - PPO

Administered by BCBS

50% employer subsidy provided, for employee and any covered dependent(s)

Vision - PPO

Administered by VSP

50% employer subsidy provided, for employee and any covered dependent(s)

Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Extensive Wellness program, including an annual Health Club Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - for assistance with work, health & life topics such as overall wellbeing, relationship management, workplace challenges, addiction, child/elder care resources, legal advice, financial guidance, nutrition & physical healthPaid Time Off (PTO)

80 hours vacation, provided on your start date

120 hours at 1-4 years of service

160 hours at 5-19 years of service

200 hours at 20-24 years of service

232 hours at 25 years

12.5 paid holidays each year

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Good Friday

Memorial Day

Juneteenth

4th of July

Labor Day

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving

Day After Thanksgiving

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day

New Year's Eve (1/2 day)

2 personal days provided each year

Opportunity to earn a Wellness Day each year

1 sick day earned each month, up to a maximum bank of 90 daysInsurance

$50,000 Employer-provided benefit

Voluntary Life Insurance buy-upRetirement

Automatic enrollment in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) Pension - benefit details can be found

Voluntary retirement options available:

457 Account (similar to a 401k)

Roth IRA

Additional Voluntary After-Tax Contribution (VAC) plan via IMRF

Additional benefit details can be found within the union's

01

This job posting is for internal employees only.Are you currently a City of Bloomington employee?

Yes

No

02

Are you Full-Time or Seasonal?

Full-Time

Seasonal

03

What is your date of hire or service date?

Required Question