Refuse Collection Laborer - DPW Solid Waste Services

Provide labor intensive functions. Skills and knowledge are typically acquired through a High School education or equivalent. Maintain a valid Indiana Driver's License is required. The ability to pass a pre-employment driving physical and the ability to lift, push, and pull items weighing 25 pounds or more is required. May be required and assigned to operate a motor vehicle. Laborer is responsible for tools, equipment, and materials, supplied by the City. Laborer may be assigned to work at rear of City Refuse collection Truck. Perform related duties as assigned.

Laborer must have the ability to communicate effectively, both written and oral.

High School Diploma or GED required. Must have a valid Drivers License.

Ability to perform the following:

straight pulling, pulling hand over hand, reaching above the shoulder, pushing, walking, standing, crawling, kneeling, and repeat bending. Laborer must pass a pre-employment physical.

This position works in all types and extremes of weather to collect residential solid waste on a year-round basis. Collecting residential solid waste involves frequent lifting, pushing and pulling over 25 lbs., walking, climbing stairs, and being outside in all seasons and weather conditions.