JOB
The purpose of this position is to operate a refuse truck to collect trash, yard waste, bulky items, deceased animals, and other special wastes along residential collection routes.
This classification has been designated as Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
The position is driving essential and must conform to the Town's Safe Driving and Accident Policy and procedures.
*THIS POSTING IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE*
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Note: This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position.
The list of essential functions below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position.
Operates a refuse truck and assists crew members with manually collects trash, bulky items, appliances, dead animals, and yard waste; collects trash from residents that are unable to place waste to the curb; collects trash from cans and bins; decides if waste materials should be collected to ensure compliance; transports wastes to the landfill or transfer station for disposal; and unloads wastes at the landfill or transfer stationEnsures proper operation and maintenance of refuse trucks; conducts pre and post trip inspections; performs equipment safety checks; completes inspection paperwork; ensures trucks and truck parking areas are cleaned properly; and monitors gaugesAssists with special projects and storms; maintains clean grounds; collects debris after natural disastersProvides customer service; makes collection decisions that determine level and quality of customer service; speaks with customers to verify proper collection; explains items that do not comply with ordinances; and notifies office staff and supervisors when collection issues ariseSupervision ExercisedNone Physical DemandsThe work is typically performed while driving a vehicle, with intermittent, lifting, walking, standing, or stooping.
The employee uses equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.
Must be able to lift minimum 50 pounds.
The employee occasionally lifts heavy and very heavy objects.
Work EnvironmentThe work is typically performed in a truck and outdoors, where the employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, foul odors, and inclement weather.
The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, gloves, safety shoes, and reflective safety clothing.
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