Waste Hauler and Truck Driver/ Park Maintainer III

About the role

The position involves operating heavy duty vehicles and motorized equipment to collect and transport waste and recycling in Central Park and other locations. Responsibilities include driving packer trucks, performing preventative maintenance, and engaging with the public.

Responsibilities

• Drive vehicles requiring a Valid Class B Commercial Drivers’ License full sized packer truck, mini packer trucks, and pickup trucks in a safe and efficient manner to provide park maintenance services.
• Collect and transport waste and recycling to designated dump locations and maintain accurate records.
• Monitor park drop spots to ensure they are properly maintained and submit work orders for needed maintenance.
• Perform preventative maintenance on vehicles, conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, and address or report any vehicle issues that may affect safe operation.
• Affirm that any vehicles used are properly fueled, equipped, lubricated, and serviced.
• Wash interior and exterior of any vehicles used as needed including the packer trucks.
• Notify supervisor of repair needs or safety hazards related to the vehicles, tools, or any other hazards encountered in the field.
• Collaborate with volunteers and members of the public during special events.
• Operate various types of equipment including utility vehicles.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working order and report items that require repair.
• Participate in all trainings and professional development.
• Perform related work as assigned.

Requirements

• A four-year high school diploma or equivalent;
• Demonstrated work experience;
• Valid Class B Commercial Drivers’ License valid in the State of New York and must be maintained for duration of employment;
• Ability to safely operate and drive packer truck with air brakes on assigned route within Central Park and New York City streets;
• Ability to safely operate other heavy equipment including FELs and dump trucks;
• Experience with hydraulic, rear loading compactor trucks;
• Ability and willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays as part of regularly scheduled shifts and occasional overtime as needed;
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and perform heavy physical labor on a daily basis in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Ability to safely operate and drive packer truck with air brakes on assigned route within Central Park and New York City streets;
• Ability to safely operate other heavy equipment including FELs and dump trucks;
• Experience with hydraulic, rear loading compactor trucks;
• Ability and willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays as part of regularly scheduled shifts and occasional overtime as needed;
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and perform heavy physical labor on a daily basis in all weather conditions.

Skills

• Safe operation of heavy duty vehicles and motorized equipment;
• Preventative maintenance of vehicles;
• Communication with the public and volunteers;
• Physical labor and heavy lifting;
• Emergency response and hazard reporting.

Benefits

Salary range: $55,000-$69,000 annually commensurate with experience.

Pay

$55,000 - $69,000 annually

Schedule

Nights, weekends, and holidays as part of regularly scheduled shifts and occasional overtime as needed.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.