Solid Waste Worker

The primary purpose of this position is to maintain City grounds, right of ways, and facilities, roadways, and drainage by collecting solid waste, and/or recycling materials.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist as helper on knuckle boom or rear load garbage truck and loose-leaf collection using vacuum leaf machine. Deliver and repair roll out carts; collect dead animals and clean downtown area/parking deck: empty garbage cans, collect litter, vacuum curb line. Repair or assemble carts, deliver door hangers, retrieve carts, and other misc. assignments. Collects solid waste on assigned route and guides the equipment operator in avoiding damages or hazards. Locates solid waste route by scouting ahead to ensure efficiency. Investigates missed collections and code violations by determining if solid waste was missed, a late put-out, or a code violation and taking appropriate action. Follows safety procedures mandated by federal and state regulations. Performs preventative maintenance on equipment as needed.

Supplemental Functions:

Performs other similar duties as required.

Job Specifications and Qualifications:

Knowledge:

Machinery and hand tools of the trade.

Licensing and Certifications :

Valid North Carolina Driver's License.

PLEASE NOTE

: Applicants must meet the City criteria for an acceptable driving record. Working Conditions /

Physical Requirements:

Positions in this class require: standing, fine dexterity, walking, lifting, carrying, sitting, reaching, handling, kneeling, pushing/pulling, climbing, vision, foot controls, balancing, bending, crouching, hearing, twisting, talking.

Very Heavy Work:

Exerting over 100 pounds occasionally, 50 - 100 pounds frequently, or from 20 up to 50 pounds constantly. Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperature, wetness and/or humidity, respiratory hazards, noise and vibration, and physical hazards.