This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled.
Annual Salary:
$50,544.00 - $50,544.00
Hourly:
$25.92 - $25.92
Department:
Environmental Services, Public Service
Division:
Yard Waste/Bulk
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Job Description:
This role will be responsible for driving and operating a refuse collection vehicle or street sweeping vehicle on an assigned route.
Examples of Duties:
- Drives and operates an assigned collection vehicle in a safe manner on an assigned route for the collection of refuse.
- Operates multiple types of equipment.
- Learns routes and interprets route maps.
- Places refuse in the collection vehicle either by picking up the container manually or by the use of a semi-automatic container lifting system.
- Uses a broom, shovel or pitchfork, or other safe means to pick up loose or spilled garbage or trash.
- Places empty cans off street, away from mailboxes, after emptying in a neat and tidy manner.
- Completes pre- and post- route checks of assigned vehicle and route reports on a daily basis.
- Maintains assigned safety equipment and uses it properly at all times.
- Assesses and reports any unexpected mechanical problems to prevent further vehicle damage and/or unsafe operation.
- Reports environmental code violations to supervisor.
- Trains subordinates familiarizing the Driver-in-training with the responsibilities of a Driver.
- Assumes the responsibilities of the Route Leader or Route Supervisor as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 1 year of related experience and/or training.
- Valid South Carolina Commercial Driver’s License – Class B.
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