Solid Waste Operator II Position Available In Miami-Dade, Florida

Solid Waste Operator

II 3.9 3.9

out of 5 stars 214 Salamanca Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134 Summary Operates garbage and recycling trucks and related vehicles in the performance of solid waste collection duties. Directs sanitation workers during collection. Work is assigned and performed under the supervision of a Senior Foreman or other supervisory staff. Job Duties and Responsibilities The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Operates garbage, recycling and trash trucks and related vehicles to collect, transfer and remove garbage, recycling, trash and other debris. Supervises sanitation workers assigned to the collection route and ensures that proper collection procedures are followed. Responds to complaints and retrieves misses. Monitors complaints as necessary. Follows departmental and local, state and federal regulations pertaining to the safe operation of assigned vehicles. Performs required vehicle inspection and maintenance activities. Prepares operator service request reports regarding deficiencies noted in vehicle operation and/or condition. Follows assigned route. Off loads garbage at the appropriate facility. Provides traffic control during collection process. Answers questions from the public regarding collection schedules and acceptable refuse materials. Maintains records of areas serviced by collection crews. Turn in Dump Tickets daily. Reports any hazardous and unsafe conditions. Performs site maintenance and repairs as needed. Cleans interior and exterior of trucks, including behind the blade. Refuels vehicles daily. Performs work of a higher classification when required. Assists cross/inter-divisionally to ensure that overall departmental goals are met. Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions. Conforms to all safety rules which include wearing and using all appropriate personal protection equipment. Performs other related tasks as required. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent. Valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver’s License. CDL requirement may be waived for up to 120 days but must be obtained by the end of the 120 days for continued employment; as long as employee has a valid Florida Driver’s License. Six months experience driving trucks or related equipment. A comparable amount of training or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications. Additional Information The City of Coral Gables is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace

HOLIDAYS

15 days including 3 floating days.

SICK LEAVE

96 hours annually.

ANNUAL LEAVE

80 hours in the first year of employment, increasing up to 188 hours after 25 years. Employees must take 40 hours of annual leave each year.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE

5 or 10 work days for the death of a family member in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement and the City’s Personnel Rules & Regulations.

MEDICAL INSURANCE

Fully paid by the City (HMO Select). Coverage becomes effective 1st of month following 30 days. Employee may purchase coverage for eligible dependents at a cost of approximately 50% of the premium.

DENTAL INSURANCE

Available to all employees through payroll deduction.

LIFE INSURANCE

: Term Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment equal to 1 x annual salary, fully paid by the City (up to $200,000).

VOLUNTARY BENEFITS

Several plans available, such as Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance and Critical Illness policies through payroll deductions.

LEGAL SERVICES

Legal Service plan available at a cost to employees through payroll deductions.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION

Employees are given the option to defer a portion of their pre-tax salary into the 457 Deferred Compensation Program.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT

$2000 per semester ($6,000 maximum annually) for approved college coursework.

SAFETY GLASSES

Required safety glasses are provided every 2 years.

RECREATIONAL USE

Employee, spouse and immediate family members seventeen (17) years of age and under are entitled to the benefits below: Venetian Pool

• No charge for daily admission. Tennis Centers
• No charge for daily court fees. Youth Center
• 50% off residential rates for memberships and 50% off camps and other programs.

Golf at

Biltmore & Granada:

Monday through Friday

• no charge.

Saturday, Sunday and Holidays:

Before Noon

• Twilight fees apply After Noon
• No charge (cart fees apply at all times)

PENSION:

Mandatory employee contribution of 10% of salary. Vesting period is 10 years. OR As of 6/14/2016

• DEFINED

CONTRIBUTION

401(a)

• Contribution by City of 7% of employee base annual salary. Vesting period 5 years. Employee not required to contribute.

• Note:

  Benefits subject to change.

• Please refer to the collective bargaining agreement for current benefits.

Employer The City of Coral Gables Address 214 Minorca Avenue Coral Gables, Florida, 33134 Phone 305-460-5523