Job Description
This is a skilled driving position that involves collecting solid waste, trash, brush, large bulk items, or recycled materials, and operating solid waste collection vehicles in tight, confined locations and in the presence of other vehicles and pedestrians. If assigned as needed, the employee directs Solid Waste Collectors and performs related manual tasks. Work is performed under the direction of a Supervisor and reviewed through observations and obtained results. Please note this posting is "Continuous" and can close at
ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE.
Operates an automated side-loader, front-loader, and/or roll-off refuse truck as a primary vehicle and one of the following vehicles: front-loader, roll-off, automated side-loader, and/or claw truck used in the collection and transportation of solid waste, trash, brush, or recycled materials, to be determined by the Solid Waste Supervisor or the Solid Waste Manager. Operates other solid waste collection equipment on a temporary, trainee, or emergency basis (manual rear-loader). Ensures the truck is operational, fuels the truck, washes and greases, conducts pre-trip/post-trip inspections, and reports the need for maintenance or repair of equipment to the supervisor. Follows standard safety precautions when operating the equipment. Performs daily routine housekeeping on the assigned piece of equipment. Teaches trainee drivers the proper operation of solid waste vehicles. Operates and/or trains in secondary truck operation a minimum of 40 hours each subsequent year to maintain classification. Repairs and performs maintenance requiring the use of a cutting torch and welder on solid waste equipment, including compactors, roll-off containers, receiver boxes, compactor power units, commercial front-load containers, residential garbage, and recycling carts. May be required to participate in and/or facilitate training to support departmental or City initiatives and requirements. May be required to work overtime or alternate hours as necessary for the efficient operation of the department. Position is designated as Mission Critical. PRIMARY TRUCKS
Automated side-loader : 43 inches from ground to floor of cab with two steps. Climbing in and out of the cab numerous times a day. Driving, sitting, standing, walking, stooping, bending, lifting, pulling, pushing, servicing automated containers of 35, 65, or 95 gallons, helping walk up customers, picking up trash that falls out of the container. Retrieving containers that fall into the hopper area. Washing the truck daily with a scrub brush and pressure washer, and climbing a set of stairs to wash the top of the truck. Container :
43 inches from ground to floor of cab with two steps. Climbing in and out of the truck numerous times a day from the cab to the platform, driving, sitting, standing, stooping, bending, walking, lifting, pulling, pushing, picking up trash, and other waste items. Makes repairs to city-owned dumpsters, roll-off, and compacting containers. Cleans and inspects the truck and equipment daily. Front-loader :
40 inches from ground to floor of cab with two steps. Climbing in and out of the truck numerous times a day, driving, sitting, stooping, walking, lifting, pulling, pushing, servicing dumpsters, two cubic yards, four cubic yards, six cubic yards, and eight cubic yards. Opening and closing gates, pushing and pulling roll-out containers on wheels, and climbing a ladder to clean the top of the truck with a scrub brush and pressure washer. Roll-off :
53 inches from ground to floor of cab with two steps. Climbing in and out of the cab numerous times a day (56 inches from ground to floor of cab). Driving, sitting, standing, walking, stooping, bending, lifting, pulling, pushing, servicing open-top and compactor roll-off containers. Ability to work in confined spaces when connecting and disconnecting the hoist lift cable, hoses, and electrical cables. Heavy pushing and pulling to open and close container doors for servicing. Washing the truck and the end of the day with a scrub brush and a pressure washer. SECONDARY TRUCKS
Claw Truck :
46 inches from ground to floor of cab with two steps. Climbing in and out of the truck numerous times daily from the cab to the platform behind the cab to run the crane. Climbing up and down from the cab to the ground to rake up debris. Opening and closing the truck's back doors six to eight times a day to empty the truck. Climbing, driving, sitting, standing, walking, stooping, bending, lifting, pulling, pushing, picking up trash and yard waste items. Washing the truck daily with a scrub brush and pressure washer, and climbing stairs to wash the top of the truck. Manual Rear-loader/ Alley Rear-loader :
19 inches from ground to floor of cab with no steps. Climbing in and out of the cab numerous times a day, driving, sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, lifting, and carrying items up to 50 lbs., and occasionally (either independently or with a team mate) lifting and carrying objects over 50 lbs. Washing the truck at the end of the day with a scrub brush and a pressure washer. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
May be assigned to remove and dispose of deceased animals. Required to physically load refuse. Completion of eighth grade from an accredited school. Three years of experience operating commercial vehicles requiring a Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL). One year of experience operating medium and heavy-duty refuse collection equipment, or internal training completion, and operation of City refuse collection equipment as temporary staffing. Possess a valid Florida Class "B" CDL with appropriate endorsements. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must possess and maintain a valid telephone number. Completion of the Solid Waste Safety Training Manual within 90 days from the date of hire. KNOWLEDGE
Traffic rules and regulations. Operating commercial vehicles requiring a Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL). The hazards of operation and of appropriate safety rules and regulations. ABILITIES
Understand and follow oral and written instructions, and work independently in performing regular duties. Use City radio, routing maps, shovels, rakes, and brooms. WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Medium to heavy physical work that involves frequent driving, sitting, standing, and walking for eight or 10 hours per day. Frequent bending/stooping, climbing, crawling, fine manipulations, grasping, kneeling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, lifting/carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and occasional lifting/carrying objects weighing over 50 pounds. Risks routine and frequent exposure to significant environmental hazards and is 95% outside, including driving, bright/dim light, dusts/pollen, extreme heat/cold, wet/humid conditions, extreme noise levels, animals/wildlife, vibration, traffic, moving machinery, heights, fumes/noxious odors and possible exposure to significant environmental hazards; including disease/pathogens and toxic/caustic chemicals - 5% inside a climate-controlled building. Normal visual acuity, field of vision, hearing, speaking, color perception, sense of smell, depth perception, and texture perception. This job description outlines the general nature and level of work and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties or qualifications. Management reserves the right to modify or assign additional responsibilities as needed. All City of Lakeland positions are subject to testing (e.g. written, oral, performance, computerized, interview and/or any combination). Candidates selected for testing will be notified via email or telephone. Please check your email and telephone messages regularly, including "junk" folders. Test times and locations to be announced. The City of Lakeland is a drug free workplace. This position is considered a mandatory testing position, which is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. All City of Lakeland positions are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing. As a condition of employment you will be required to pass the pre-employment drug test in accordance with Florida Statute 440.102. THE CITY OF LAKELAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL ACCESS EMPLOYER AND A DRUG FREE
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