Sanitation Training and Development Specialist (SAN - Civil Service)

Essential Functions

• Trains and prepares vehicle for daily assignment by performing pre-, during, and post-trip inspections and prepares any necessary reports to include any vehicle malfunctions, which involves frequently lifting and carrying equipment weighing 40 pounds.
• Maintains personal protective equipment and prepares safety equipment to be used during the workday.
• Operates automated and semi-automated refuse collection vehicles, and tractor-trailers to conduct new driver training.
• Counsels drivers involved in motor vehicle accidents or property damage.
• Conducts in-cab evaluations of all collection truck drivers.
• Conducts specialized training as directed by department leadership.
• Conducts route observations in accordance with departmental checklists.
• Provides staff driving evaluations.
• Provides direction on safety procedures and use of shortest route to landfill and transfer stations.
• Edicates residents and staff on collection procedures and delivers literature on acceptable and non-acceptable materials.
• Aids in coaching sessions for drivers identified by in-cab camera systems.
• Aids in the development of safety-based driver's training curriculum and checklists.
• Aids in conducting time and motion studies for various collection districts.
• Aids in departmental presentations and public educational events.
• Performs environmental inspection of roll-out cart contents as directed by policy.
• Performs other related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of the operation of commercial vehicles in accordance with all safety rules, traffic laws, and driving in all weather conditions.
• Knowledge of regulations related to traffic safety practices, safety procedures, safety rules, and traffic laws.
• Knowledge of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and ability to troubleshoot vehicle malfunctions.
• Knowledge of facilities and procedures for operating on the premises of a disposal or processing facility.
• Knowledge of equipment inspection procedures and maintenance requirements.
• Knowledge of on-board video systems, such as backing cameras and in-cab cameras.
• Ability to establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public.
• Ability to perform effective customer service, including direct communication with the customer.
• Ability to coach drivers as necessary to make them a safer driver.
• Ability to conduct initial and recurring training for drivers.
• Ability to conduct vehicle inspections and trouble-shoot equipment problems.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to learn City Administrative Directives and Department policies required in the performance of duties; and teach those same policies to new employees.
• Ability to work in conditions that are primarily outside and subject to inclement weather conditions, to include frequent exposure to temperature extremes, dust, damp/wet surfaces, and high noise level.
• Ability to perform all the essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.