About this role
This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled. Annual Salary: $55,594.50 - $58,363.50 Hourly: $28.51 - $29.93 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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