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Capable of operating multiple types of equipment. Familiarizes self with routes and interprets ... Uses a broom, shovel, pitchfork, or other safe means to pick up loose or spilled garbage or trash.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. Picks up solid waste and places it in the back of a rear load garbage ... Be able to follow safe operating practices. * Be able to learn and use interpersonal skills ...

Picks up solid waste and places it in the back of a rear load garbage truck on specified routes ... Be able to follow safe operating practices. * Be able to learn and use interpersonal skills ...

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Safely operating a garbage truck on specified routes to collect solid waste. * Reading route sheets and service each customer identified on the sheet or assigned by the dispatcher. * Performing ...

$23 - $26/hr

Safely operating a garbage truck on specified routes to collect solid waste. * Reading route sheets and service each customer identified on the sheet or assigned by the dispatcher. * Performing ...

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Garbage Operator II

Charleston, SC • On-site

$28.51/hr

Other

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

Job Title

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: Municipal Solid Waste

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Description: In this role, you will be responsible for driving and operating a refuse collection vehicle or street sweeping vehicle on an assigned route

Examples of Duties:

Drives and operates an assigned collection vehicle in a safe manner on an assigned route for the collection of refuse.

Capable of operating multiple types of equipment.

Familiarizes self with routes and interprets route maps.

Places refuse in the collection vehicle either manually or using a semi-automatic container lifting system.

Uses a broom, shovel, pitchfork, or other safe means to pick up loose or spilled garbage or trash.

Places empty cans off street in a neat and tidy manner.

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 familiarizing the Driver-in-training with the responsibilities of a Driver.

Assumes the responsibilities of the Route Leader or Route Supervisor in their absence on an assigned basis.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 1 year of related driving experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Current South Carolina Commercial Driver's License – Class B.

Preferred Qualifications:

May require evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

In the event of major storms or other emergency situations, this position may be subject to 24-hour shifts or any other emergency schedule that is necessary to meet the City's needs.

The City of Charleston is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEOC) as a fundamental policy to be implemented and observed in our daily operation.