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Posted 23 days ago
Trash Operator II
Public Service and Stormwater OperationsOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
Operates refuse collection and street sweeping vehicles on assigned routes, picks up and empties containers, performs pre- and post-route vehicle checks, and reports environmental code violations.
About this role
This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled.
Annual Salary:
$50,544.00 - $50,544.00Hourly:
$25.92 - $25.92Department:
Environmental Services, Public ServiceDivision:
Yard Waste/BulkFLSA:
Non-ExemptJob Description:
This role will be responsible for driving and operating a refuse collection vehicle or street sweeping vehicle on an assigned route.
Examples of Duties:
- Drives and operates an assigned collection vehicle in a safe manner on an assigned route for the collection of refuse.
- Operates multiple types of equipment.
- Learns routes and interprets route maps.
- Places refuse in the collection vehicle either by picking up the container manually or by the use of a semi-automatic container lifting system.
- Uses a broom, shovel or pitchfork, or other safe means to pick up loose or spilled garbage or trash.
- Places empty cans off street, away from mailboxes, after emptying in a neat and tidy manner.
- Completes pre- and post- route checks of assigned vehicle and route reports on a daily basis.
- Maintains assigned safety equipment and uses it properly at all times.
- Assesses and reports any unexpected mechanical problems to prevent further vehicle damage and/or unsafe operation.
- Reports environmental code violations to supervisor.
- Trains subordinates familiarizing the Driver-in-training with the responsibilities of a Driver.
- Assumes the responsibilities of the Route Leader or Route Supervisor as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 1 year of related experience and/or training.
- Valid South Carolina Commercial Driver’s License – Class B.
The City of Charleston is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEOC) as a fundamental policy to be implemented and observed in our daily operation. Our full EEOC statement can be found on our website: www.charleston-sc.gov [charleston-sc.gov]
Skills
Broom And Shovel OperationCommercial Driver’s License Class BEnvironmental Code Violation ReportingMechanical Problem ReportingRefuse Collection Vehicle OperationRoute Map InterpretationSafety Equipment MaintenanceSemi-automatic Container Lifting SystemStreet Sweeping Vehicle OperationVehicle Pre- And Post-route Inspection
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