Driver Collector (2 Positions)

About the role

The purpose of this position is to perform responsible skilled work operating solid waste and/or recycling collections vehicles or equipment on assigned routes. This class works under close to general supervision according to set procedures but determines how or when to complete tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operates vehicle in accordance with Waste Management Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA (Occupational and Safety Health Act) and DOT (Department of Transportation) requirements as well as all local, state and federal laws.
• Drives a solid waste and/or recycling collection vehicle on designated routes throughout City streets.
• Collections solid wastes and/or recycling materials at various locations, including bags and garbage cans.
• Positions and returns containers on the customer’s property in a manner that ensures lids are properly replaced.
• Closes enclosure doors and secures gates, ensures containers do not block driveway entrances or traffic.
• Delivers solid waste to the landfill/incinerator for disposal.
• Delivers recyclables to the appropriate facility for processing.
• Disposes materials in the incinerator/landfill, or Transfer Stations, as directed.
• Picks up and disposes of dead animals as needed.
• Operates a variety of light and heavy equipment.
• Drives a Front-End Loader truck, flatbed trash truck, Roll Off Truck, Automated Side loader Truck, Rear load Truck, Container Delivery in conjunction with a boom truck as needed.
• Maintains cleanliness of the City’s equipment and facilities.
• Maintains the City’s recycling drop-off center as directed.
• Delivers various sizes and types of containers to residents and businesses, as directed.
• Assists with the repair and replacement of various types and sizes of containers as directed.
• Performs pre and post trip inspections of assigned vehicle(s) and documents checks utilizing the standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report), ensuring that equipment is properly equipped, serviced, and cleaned.
• Participates in the preparation and clean-up for various special events.
• Conducts and/or supervises inspections of operations and vehicles to identify unsafe conditions or unsafe work practices which could result in accidents, injuries, and financial liability to the City; meets with appropriate personnel to discuss potential problems and methods to reduce accidents and injuries.
• Performs minor maintenance on vehicle such as oil, fuel, hydraulic fluid, and water levels check.
• Transports employees, materials, tools, and/or equipment.
• Follows route assignments as directed.
• Inventories dumpsters, delivers dumpsters, and obtains signed release forms upon delivery.

  Qualifications

  • High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
  • Three (3) years of operating heavy equipment, related to solid waste/recycling disposal truck with hand and foot controls, to include prior experience operating a Front-End Loader truck, flatbed trash truck, Roll Off Truck, Automated Side loader Truck, Rear load Truck, Container Delivery in conjunction with a boom truck, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid state CDL Class B with an acceptable driving history.