LABORER - SOLID WASTE

LABORER - SOLID WASTE’s role within the big picture of the City’s overall success.

Performs semi-skilled and manual labor, collecting residential refuse, and assisting the Driver in ensuring prompt and courteous waste removal services.

LABORER - SOLID WASTE functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Waste Collection and Disposal:
  • Collect residential refuse throughout the city using a large commercial truck.
  • Safely load waste and carry bags and containers for disposal.
• Vehicle Operation and Maintenance:
  • Ride on the garbage truck to assist the Driver on a designated route.
  • Operate packing mechanisms, levers, and handles for loading and compressing refuse.
  • Clean, maintain, and perform minor repairs on the issued truck.
• Customer Service and Route Completion:
  • Courteously interact with customers, dispatchers, and others to ensure timely and professional service.
  • Monitor waste for unacceptable items and clean spill areas according to safety standards.
  • Complete pre- and post-operation inspections, reporting safety issues as needed.
  • Maintain adherence to required productivity standards for efficient customer service.
• Route Completion and Cleaning:
  • Collect bags or approved items from residents' homes.
  • Clean the outside of the truck, grease truck bearings, and clean equipment.

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Experience: No previous relevant work experience is required, but previous solid waste experience is preferred.

Supervisory: No previous supervisory experience is required.

Certifications/Licenses: None