SUMMARY OF POSITION: 

Offering a $2,000 Retention Bonus! (Rehires Not Eligible)

 

Operates a variety of refuse collection vehicles on pre-assigned and special routes to pick up garbage, yard waste, commercial cans, or recycling.  Oversees work of helpers assisting on assigned route; performs pre-trip and post-trip truck check and cleaning; and performs other related work as assigned. Work is performed under supervision and performance is reviewed while in progress and upon completion through direct observation of routes, and discussion of problems. 

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:  

 

Safely drives truck on pre-established route to in accordance with Decision Driving principles within prescribed time.  Collects and dumps garbage and refuse into refuse trucks while covering a designated route in a residential or commercial zone.  Unloads refuse trucks at the landfill, transfer station, or similar facility.  Operates compaction and lift equipment on roll off, side, front, recycle and rear-loading refuse trucks.  Provides Distinguishably Different level of service through courteous and expeditious customer service in all aspects of refuse operation to the general public and customers. Exhibits a positive attitude towards company, customer and municipal goals.  Ensures garbage and recyclables at residences are picked up and transferred properly; pick up may require using back door. Tags improper refuse containers and waste;  Answers questions for residents and directs them to contact Customer Service or appropriate government office for additional information   Performs Daily Pre and Post Trip inspections as set forth by Waste Pro procedures and D.O.T. guidelines. Completes Safety Lane activity and DVIR daily in accordance with Waste Pro safety lane guidelines.  Includes inspection under hood, check under carriage, check fluid levels and air tires.    Maintains clean truck and washes exterior weekly.  Inspect/Clean Truck: Lift hood, inspect under the hood, walk around and check under carriage; pump gas, check fluid levels and air tires - Uses air gauge, dipstick for levels, and gas pump nozzle for gas fill.  Performs a variety of manual duties in the clean-up of scattered refuse; moves and empties large trash bins using truck hydraulics;   Prepares, maintains, and submits required company and regulation-mandated reports and documents;   Performs other tasks as required – such as, but not limited to, assisting other routes for completion, attending community events, or delivery of bins and/or carts.  Responsible for all persons working on vehicle during the designated route.  Must comply with all Department of Transportation and State requirements for operators of commercial motor vehicles.  May be required to work during emergency situations.  

 

Special Considerations/Physical Work Requirements: 

 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.   

Physically able to push or pull independently (unassisted) 50 pounds between 800 and 1000 times a day  Physically able to lift independently (unassisted) 50 pounds from the ground to waist height between 800 and 1000 times a day  Physically able to get up and down from the cab of a commercial motor vehicle between 800 and 1000 times a day  Physically able to bend at the waist and knees between 800 and 1000 times a day  Physically able to work 8 to 12 hours in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, and rain)