OPERATOR COLLECTOR

About the role

The Operator/Collector, Public Works is responsible for the collection of backdoor and curbside solid waste from residential and commercial establishments. Duties may also include collecting litter along street edges, cutting grass and weeds, and removing waste from refuse vehicles. This position may involve driving and operating refuse trucks, small pick-ups, and other assigned refuse collection vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Curbside and back door waste collection
• Collection of litter along street edges
• Cutting grass and weeds
• Removal of waste from refuse vehicles
• Rides refuse collection vehicle to and from work sites
• Operates other equipment, such as knuckle boom
• Performs preventative maintenance on equipment
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Demonstrates ability to perform assigned tasks
• Must possess a Class A or Class B CDL Louisiana Driver's License

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand and walk
• Walk for long distances and on sloped ground and slippery and uneven surfaces
• Requires normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination
• Ability to use feet to operate control pedals on equipment
• Must be able to reach and lift arms above the shoulder
• Ability to lift material weighing over 100 lbs. with assistance
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch
• Corrected hearing and vision to normal range
• Verbal communication
• Requires the ability to wear safety and protective clothing such as hard hats, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, respirators, gloves, boots and chemical resistant clothing
• Frequent use of heavy power-driven maintenance equipment, such as tracked hydraulic excavator, backhoes, graders, and front end loaders, as well as hand tools, chain saws, grinders, drill presses, and jackhammers

Work Environment

• Work is performed outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions
• Some work is performed alone and in remote locations
• Work is performed in an environment with constant noise
• Exposure to gases, solvents, fumes, dust, grease and oils
• Exposure to moving equipment, electrical current, biting insects, and poison oak
• May be exposed to hazards associated with underground excavations
• Work hours may be irregular due to seasonal conditions
• Constant contact with staff and the public

Travel

• Driving is required locally to travel to and from work locations to accomplish job assignments and job sites

Benefits

• Vacation and sick leave
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 10 paid holidays per calendar year
• Long term disability

Application Information

No License
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Required Question: What is the class endorsement on your current and valid driver's license?