Refuse Collection Worker

JOB SUMMARY

This is heavy manual work in the collection of refuse/recycling/yard waste material and in the operation of large refuse/recycling collection trucks. Work involves the collection of a wide variety of refuse/recycling materials with the safe and efficient operation of large refuse/recycling collection trucks on various routes.

Assignments are received from supervision with reviews through observation and evaluation of results.

ILLUSTRATIVE JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Picks up and empties refuse, recyclable, and yard waste material into refuse/recycling trucks, including small debris.
• Operates mechanisms for loading, compressing, and dumping refuse material, and operates trucks for refuse/recycling collection activities.
• Inspects assigned refuse/recycling truck daily and reports mechanical problems, malfunctions, defects, or other problems to supervisor.
• Cleans and washes trucks and equipment as necessary.
• Hauls refuse/recycling material to landfill or recycling depot and dumps waste/recycling material.
• Participates with collections of large solid waste items such as discarded appliances, furniture and materials.
• Assists periodic streets maintenance or cleanup as assigned.
• Communicates with citizens in a courteous and professional manner.
• Performs job duties with proper safety work methods and procedures.
• Performs related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

ABILITY TO:

• Ability to learn collection routes, schedules, policies, and understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical work for long periods of time, including under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to work overtime, if needed.
• Demonstrated safety awareness.

EDUCATION/EXPEREINCE

• High School graduate or GED equivalent. Two (2) to three (3) years experience in large truck operation and maintenance preferred.
• Good mechanical and technical skills required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Michigan Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a "B" endorsement.