Refuse Collector III Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/norfolk/jobs/newprint/4769475) Apply  Refuse Collector III Salary $42,629.00 - $69,485.00 Annually Location Norfolk, VA Job Type Permanent Full-time Job Number 12735 Department Public Works Division Waste Management Opening Date 12/20/2024 Closing Date 12/31/2024 11:59 PM Eastern + Description + Benefits + Questions Description The City of Norfolk’s Department of Public Works is currently seeking experienced Refuse Collectors to fill vacancies within our Waste Management Division. This position collects waste from residential property according to an assigned route. Maintains and monitors the truck for any necessary repairs. The Department of Public Works builds, maintains, and operates the physical facilities that support and enhance the lives of Norfolk’s citizens, businesses, and visitors, including the City’s Storm Water System, Street Network and Waste Management and Recycling Systems. The Department is comprised of 8 divisions that function collectively to make your commute safe and efficient, your neighborhood more attractive, and the streets and sidewalks clean and well-maintained. Departmental Hiring Salary Range: $42,629 – $46,892 Essential Functions + Collects and disposes of waste by operating all types of collection vehicles. Uses a refuse collection truck to pick up 90-gallon garbage cans, furniture, tree limbs, etc. from the curb. + Lift, carry, push/pull, reach and handle 50 to 100 lb. boxes, bags of yard waste, furniture, and other refuse materials into collection trucks. + Travels to and from the transfer station to empty the truck. + Performs daily inspections of equipment to detect present or potential maintenance problems. + Performs preventative maintenance as per manufacturer’s operation manual and automotive policy to include filling collection trucks with fuel, washing and sweeping it out. + Replaces damaged trash cans as needed. + Interacts daily with citizens, customers, and communities by explaining refuse collection codes and procedures. Education/Experience Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions to understand simple processes and the routine operations of machines. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency. Four (4) years refuse collection experience required. Additional Information & Requirements Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s license with airbrake endorsement. NIMMS ICS 100 within 30 days of hire. Must successfully pass all entry level testing and assessments upon hire. Work Hours: Tuesday – Friday 7:00 am – 5:30 pm 40 hrs. / week Signing Bonus: This position is eligible for a one-time $5000 sign on bonus. + Regular full-time and permanent part-time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, employer paid pension plan, basic life insurance, voluntary participation in medical and dental, Section 457 deferred compensation, long-term disability, optional life insurance for self, spouse and children, medical and dependent care reimbursement plans, access to membership in credit union and employer provided parking. + Special project/grant employees are generally eligible for the same benefits of regular full-time employees; however, retirement, life insurance and participation in health plans vary depending upon funding and authorization. + Temporary/seasonal and part-time employees are generally only eligible for employer provided parking and access to membership in credit union. + Retirement If you are hired October 5, 2010, or after to a position with City of Norfolk Retirement System benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction. If you are hired January 1, 2022, or after to a position with Virginia Retirement System (VRS) benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction. + The Tuition Assistance Program is established to encourage employees toward continued self-development and education. Permanent full-time and permanent part-time classified, unclassified permanent, full-time special projects, and constitutional employees who have completed six months continuous service will be eligible to apply. The applicant’s school of enrollment must be an accredited institution. NOTE: The benefits described above are broad generalizations. The specific benefits that an employee may be eligible for are governed by City regulations, as applicable to job type. Non-City Positions listed with a job type designation of "Non-City" are not subject to the benefits descriptions above. Refer to the content of the job posting for information regarding these positions. 01 The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. + I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly. 02 Are you a current or previous City of Norfolk employee? + Yes - I am a current City of Norfolk Employee + Yes - I am a previous City of Norfolk Employee + No - I am not a previous or current City of Norfolk employee 03 If you were referred for this position by a current City of Norfolk employee, please provide the employee's full name, department, and job title. If not, please indicate by typing "N/A." 04 Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Indicate N/A if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment. 05 Do you possess four (4) years refuse collection experience? + Yes + No 06 If yes, please explain your experience. 07 Do you possess the ability to read maps, instructions, and general correspondence? + Yes + No 08 This position is classified as Essential and will be required to be available to work 24-hour shifts during periods of inclement weather or other emergencies. Are you able and willing to accept this scheduling requirement? + Yes + No 09 Please indicate your veteran status. (A copy of your long form DD-214 may be required) + I am not a Veteran + I am a Veteran + I am a Disabled Veteran Required Question Agency City of Norfolk Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email