The City of Paragould is currently accepting applications for the position of Sanitation Laborer. This is a non-exempt position. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
Performs routine tasks in the collection and removal of refuse and solid waste within the City of Paragould. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Picks up garbage, refuse and solid waste along an assigned route and deposits it into the sanitation truck.
- Notes variances to prescribed service; makes special collections as assigned.
- Operates lever mechanism to empty dumpster.
- Operates a packer mechanism to compact collected refuse.
- Operates a dumping mechanism to remove refuse from the Sanitation truck at the NEASW landfill.
- Washes, cleans and services the sanitation truck on assigned day.
- Provides directions to truck drivers by signaling to ensure safe driving and proper backing to dumping areas.
- Notifies driver of signal, brake lights and other equipment malfunctions.
- Provides information to new employees regarding safety precautions in refuse collection or disposal.
- Notifies members of the public of refuse materials that are prohibited by ordinance and rules or procedures.
- Maintains a variety of records relating to inspections, maintenance activity, collection activity, etc.
- Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
- Performs other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. PERFORMANCE STANDARD
Employees at all levels are expected to effectively work together to meet the needs of the community and the organization
through work behaviors demonstrating the City's values. Employees are also expected to lead by example and demonstrate
the highest level of ethics.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Graduation from high school education or GED equivalent, or any combination of experience and training which demonstrates
the knowledge and experience to perform the work. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee frequently
works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration.
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