Public Service Corps Member (Part-Time)

About the role

Works under the direct supervision of a Public Service Corps Supervisor. Hourly rate: $15.81/hr.

Responsibilities

• Picks up litter and garbage by hand and/or long prong pole.
• Picks up, loads, hauls, and unloads municipal solid waste materials including, but not limited to vegetation, brush, trash, and other forms of refuse and debris from streets, alleys, rights-of-ways, illegal dumps, and other assigned locations.
• Utilizes a hand-held device such as a tablet or smartphone to create and/or close service request and/or tag pile request.
• Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.

Physical demands

• Requires the use of hand and motorized tools and equipment to perform various assigned job functions.
• Requires the ability to perform heavy manual work which will involve bending, kneeling, reaching, pulling, pushing, crouching, and standing for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. or up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
• Must be able to traverse on various surfaces.

Working conditions

• Work is performed outdoors in sometimes adverse weather conditions.
• May be exposed to odors, noise, dust, pollen, fumes and chemicals such as pesticides.
• May be required to work nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand written and verbal instructions, or any combination of experience and training which enables one to perform the essential job functions.
• Must work towards a GED, College Degree or trade school certificate while in the Public Service Corps program to maintain continued employment.