Refuse Collector, (A262560-7), 202, Landfill

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Empties containers into compactor on garbage truck.
• Operates hydraulic levers located on truck.
• Checks sidewalks and curbs to ensure area is clean.
• Inspects all carts for objects that may damage equipment (dirt, iron, wood or rocks).
• Picks up trash and assists with street maintenance activities as required.
• Affords assistance in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors, and other business contacts.
• Maintains all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge & Competencies

• Knowledge of machinery and equipment operation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of safety practices and requirements.
• Knowledge of operation of tractors.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to lift medium weight objects.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing in the English or Spanish language.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards.
• Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
• Erective up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
• Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments:
• Seldom Office or similar indoor environment
• Warehouse environment
• Frequently Vehicles
• Often Outdoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Construction site
• Exposure to the following environmental elements:
• Often Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Often Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Extremely cold (below 32 degrees)
• Extremely hot (above 100 degrees)
• Communicable diseases
• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
• Travel: Never

Minimum Qualifications

• At least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Valid Licenses and Certifications: Valid Texas Driver License.
• If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
• As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.
• Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
• Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
• A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.
• The City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply.
• Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.