SERVICE WORKER II (SANITATION) Position Available In Polk, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: The Service Worker II (Sanitation) position in the City of Auburndale offers a salary of $34,480 annually. Responsibilities include daily collection and disposal of solid waste, maintenance of refuse vehicles, and ensuring cleanliness of customer yards and streets. Candidates must have a valid Florida Commercial Driver's License and be willing to work weekends, holidays, and special events. Apply by submitting an application to the Public Works Director at 915 Charles Avenue.
Job Description
SERVICE WORKER II
SANITATION
DIVISION
MAJOR
FUNCTION
This is manual work involving the daily collection and disposal of residential and commercial solid waste. Work is performed under the supervision of the Sanitation Superintendent.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Responsible for the daily collection and disposal of garbage and other solid waste from residential and commercial customers. Verifies that customer yards and the City’s streets are clean of excess debris after refuse is removed from containers. Safely assists with the operation of the sanitation truck’s rear loading electronic compactor. Assists with the routine, daily maintenance of the refuse vehicle (e.g., cleaning and washing truck) May fill in when assigned driver is absent. Performs other non-essential duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE
Knowledge of occupational hazards and appropriate safety precautions. Some knowledge of refuse vehicle equipment operation is preferred. Must be able to walk and perform heavy, manual duties for extended periods of time and under unfavorable weather conditions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees and the general public is essential.
Graduation from High School or G.E.D. Must have a valid Florida Commercial Driver’s License (Class “B”) or must obtain license within 90 days.
The successful applicant will be required to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening.
WORK SCHEDULE
Monday-Friday 7:00 am – 4:00 pm, must be able to work weekends,
holidays, special events and after hours as needed.
HIRING RATE
$34,480 Annually.
CLOSING DATE
Open Until Filled
Persons interested in this position should complete a City of Auburndale application and submit it to the Public Works Director at 915 Charles Avenue. Applications can also be downloaded online at www.auburndalefl.com. The successful applicant will be required to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening.
The City of Auburndale is a Drug-Free Workplace and an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
5/14/2025
