Environmental Services Technician- Green Waste

Essential Job Functions

• Performs collection and disposal duties along premeditated routes.
• Performs equipment operation and maintenance duties.
• Inspects and maintains assigned vehicle on a daily basis.
• Performs repairs and maintenance on carts, compactors, and bins.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent; one (1) to three (3) years’ experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Special Qualifications: Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of collection procedures and routes.
• Knowledge of local geography and streets.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance techniques as related to division equipment and vehicles.
• Knowledge of local government operations, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.
• Skill in the operation of recycling equipment and other related equipment.
• Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
• Ability to get along with others, and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to work independently, work well with others, and manage time effectively.

Physical Demands

• The work is heavy work, which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• The employee uses tools or equipment requiring manual dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.

Work Environment

• The work is typically performed in various outdoor environments.
• The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, and occasional cold or inclement weather.
• The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

Required Question

Please click on the link to view the current benefits for the City of Auburn. https://www.auburnalabama.org/human-resources/

01 A requirement of this job is possession of or ability to obtain a valid Alabama Class A Commercial Driver's License within one year of employment, are you able to meet this requirement?

Yes
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