This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled.
Annual Salary:
$55,594.50 - $55,594.50
Hourly:
$28.51 - $28.51
Department:
Environmental Services, Public Service
Division:
Yard Waste/Bulk
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Job Description:
This role will work under the direction of the Route Supervisor, and you will be responsible for: operating assigned equipment, supervising an assigned team of drivers, and collecting trash on an assigned route.
Examples of Duties:
- Coordinates team activities in order to ensure proper completion of collection routes.
- Drives and operates an assigned collection vehicle in a safe manner on an assigned route for the collection of refuse.
- Learns all routes and interprets route maps.
- Places refuse or debris in the collection vehicle by use of claw tractor.
- Uses a broom, shovel, or pitchfork, or other safe means to pick up loose or spilled garbage or trash.
- Completes pre- and post- route checks of assigned vehicle and route reports on a daily basis.
- Maintains assigned safety equipment and uses it properly at all times.
- Assesses and reports any unexpected mechanical problems to prevent further vehicle damage and/or unsafe operation.
- Reports environmental code violations to supervisor.
- Trains subordinates.
- Assists Route Supervisors with employee evaluations and disciplines, making recommendations where appropriate.
- Assumes the duties and responsibilities of the Route Supervisor as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
- Associate's (AA/AS) and two years of related experience and/or training; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Current SC Commercial Driver's License - Class A or B
- Ability to be certified by City Fleet Management in the operation of all team vehicles within six months of employment
Other Necessary Requirements:
- May require evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled
- Must submit copy 10 year MVR with application
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