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Town of Bedford

Residential Trash Collector - Laborer III

Pay: $40,321–$60,014/yr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Bedford, VA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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A laborer is a worker who performs physical tasks and manual labor as part of their job. They are employed in a variety of industries from Warehousing to Manufacturing. Responsibilities can include assisting with shipping and receiving operations, moving equipment, and organizing inventory.

$38,464 / year median in Virginia

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Job Description

Laborer

III- MUST POSSESS CURRENT CDL GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK

Operating various trucks, tractors, front-end loader, backhoe and related light and medium motorized equipment as needed. Operates dump trucks, residential refuse collection trucks, empties vehicle at the end of each day, ensures proper maintenance of equipment, cleans and checks equipment after each use, performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment, refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor. Assists with snow/ice removal, operates snow plow and spreader, assists in emergency or inclement weather situations as required. Performs related tasks as required.

KNOWLEDGE. SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of the operation and servicing of motorized equipment; thorough knowledge of traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation; thorough knowledge of safe driving practices and occupational hazards of the work; skill in the operation of motorized equipment; ability to understand and follow specific oral instructions; ability to detect signs of the mechanical failure of the automotive and packing equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates'.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and some experience in the operation of light to medium motorized equipment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

possession of a Class B CDL driver's license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$40,321.00 - $60,014.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person