Solid Waste - CDL Trainee

About the role

Make a difference in the community you live in! The City of Racine is pleased to welcome applicants for our CDL Trainee program for Sanitation Workers. You will have a direct impact on the lives of your neighbors by helping to build and improve your community. This is entry level work learning the skills necessary for safely and courteously operating a garbage truck. This position reports directly to a designated supervisor and will require several hours of classroom and field work. This position is open to applicants who currently hold a valid CDL permit and are working toward obtaining their full Commercial Driver's License. Valid CDL Air Brake, Combination, and General Knowledge permits prior to application required.

Essential Duties

• Safely operate a 25-yard rear loading refuse truck
• Safely drive refuse vehicle to and from Transfer station
• Safely drive refuse vehicle to and from recycling Transfer site
• Safely remove and dispose of solid waste materials placed out for collection (some carts and items may be extremely heavy)
• Safely remove and deliver recyclable materials to various collection sites
• Safely operate equipment and perform tasks associated with snow and ice control, which includes snow plowing, spreading salt, and shoveling sidewalks and crosswalks
• Acts as a first line customer service representative by maintaining positive relations with citizens in the community
• Performs pre and post operation vehicle inspection
• Records any physical deficiencies on required documents
• Completes accident, incident, and/or other miscellaneous reports to document unusual occurrences
• Operates communications equipment in accordance with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and department rules and regulations
• Will be required to respond under emergency conditions
• Must maintain a consistent and reliable attendance record
• Perform related tasks as assigned by Supervision

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to loud noise, exhaust fumes, traffic, dust, and outdoor weather conditions (including extreme heat and cold)
• Work will require performance of tasks outdoors under varying climatic conditions
• Work may require performance of tasks in extreme road and/or weather conditions

Physical Demands

• Work will require performing tasks in and around heavy traffic
• Work will require tasks that involve walking, sitting, standing, twisting, bending, crouching, and/or kneeling and balancing
• Lifting up to 50 lbs., pushing/pulling up to a maximum of 100 lbs.
• Climbing stairs and overhead work
• May involve the complex operation of gasoline, electric or diesel powered machinery requiring the manipulation skills in performing a variety of tasks with the full range of hand and power tools
• Must be physically able to safely maneuver and operate a garbage truck that includes hand eye coordination with repetitious head movements, such as, turning the head left and right frequently
• Work requires normal color vision to distinguish the color and severity of many traffic control and safety devices
• Must be able to communicate orally, see physical surroundings, listen, hear others, respond, and demonstrate good communication skills

Equipment Used

• 25 Yard Rear Loading Refuse Truck
• Pick-up Truck

Minimum Requirements

• Valid CDL Air Brake, Combination, and General Knowledge permits prior to application required
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid State of Wisconsin Class "D" driver's license

Special Requirements

• Successfully complete in-house Entry Level Driver Training Course and pass the Department of Motor Vehicles Road test (CDL Skills Exam) for CDL Class A within 180 Days
• Once the CDL Class A is obtained, the pay rate will increase to $26.95

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to read and comprehend written materials, such as, training materials, departmental rules, Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) handbook, etc.
• Ability to read and understand various street maps and routing associated with these maps
• Ability to operate various trucks and equipment in a safe and proficient manner
• Ability to work effectively with coworkers, management and the general public
• Ability to communicate with the public in a proficient and courteous manner
• Ability to follow established guidelines, procedures, and policies designed to maintain a safe and efficient work place
• Ability to maintain continuous professional attitude, appearance and conduct at all times
• Ability to perform physical tasks as assigned

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Pension program
• HSA
• Home Buyer Assistance program
• Generous time off
• City residents will earn a 4% differential on top of the hourly pay range