REFUSE ASSOCIATE

The Department of Public Works is looking for motivated individuals to join our Refuse Team. This is a great opportunity to make a visible difference in your community while building a rewarding career in public service. Pay is based on work assignment and qualifications, and is based on organizational needs.  

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for operating a variety of motorized equipment in the collection and disposal of refuse materials to include brush and bulky materials by performing the following duties:

• Drives and operates manual, fully and semi-automated refuse collection trucks, including side loading and rear loading trucks over prescribed routes to manual collection of residential refuse along city streets from residences, and small businesses.
• Operates hydraulic mechanism for compressing and dumping refuse;
• Drives and operates dead animal/special; pick-up truck as needed;
• Operates knuckleboom to collect bulk and brush;
• Administers Solid Waste Ordinance by issuing violation notices as necessary to address noncompliance for collection; reports violations of refuse ordinances to Refuse Manager;
• Collaborates with the Refuse Enforcement Team;
• Provides information to customers and explains refuse policies and procedures;
• Ensures safety of City vehicles, trash containers and  pedestrian cans.
• Performs daily equipment checks, fuels vehicles, routine equipment cleaning, preventative maintenance and minor repairs to equipment;
• Participates in the design of strategies to enhance and improve the refuse collection team;
• Functions as a team member in a variety of operational duties, requiring ongoing change in job duties, cross training, rotating job assignments and interacting in a team-based work environment;
• Enter data/violations on tablet/computer;
• Participates in safety, technical and team training;
• Available for emergency duty during snow removal and other emergency situations;
• Assist with training new hires and temporary staff as needed;
• Sets the example by modeling the expectations set forth by the Department of Public Works;

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.
• When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declares a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervision duties.
 QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree.  Relevant operation experience is preferred.

• Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia and an acceptable driving record based on City criteria;
• Possession of a Commercial Driver's License;
• Ability to learn Refuse Compliance software utilizing tablet/computer;
• Ability to obtain Flagger Certification through the Virginia Department of Transportation;
• Relevant background checks must be completed and approved;
• Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment. 
• May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position.

Salary : $43,680 - $47,840