What are the responsibilities and job description for the STREETS CLEANING TECHNICIAN II - 0925 position at City of Pinole?
Brief Description
Job SummaryUnder regular direction and in compliance with standard operating procedures and policies, acts as a crew leader for removal and disposal of litter, debris, and trash along roadways located within Greenville City rights-of way. Assists in the installation and upkeep of rubberized speed humps. Provides direction on work assignments, maintains worksite safety, and ensures compliance with policy and procedures. Operates a pickup truck with dump body, utility vehicle, or other non-commercial driver’s license (CDL) vehicle with trailer for hauling work materials between sites and waste materials to a certified facility for disposal. Performs pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and maintains accurate vehicle log. May be required to work on holidays or unpredictable schedules. Assists with special projects and events. Supports inclement weather operations (i.e., snow and ice) by operating salt spreaders, loaders, snowplows, and other specific equipment necessary to clear and maintain roads and walkways. Subject to on-call availability.
Job Duties
Essential Functions Essential Functions % of Time
Qualifications
Job Requirements
Working ConditionsPrimary Work Location: Outdoors (streets, sidewalks, rights-of-way, plaza. and parking garages).Protective Equipment Required: Safety glasses, gloves, ear plugs, earphones, safety vest, steel-toed boots, and dust mask.Environmental/Health and Safety Factors:
Frequent Exposure To Unpleasant Environmental Conditions And/or Hazards. Majority Of Work Is Performed Outside Or With Exposure To Risk. Daily Exposure To Extreme Temperature, Wetness And/or Humidity, Respiratory Hazards, Noise And Vibration, And Physical Hazards. Constant Exposure To Communicable Diseases, And Physical Danger. Frequent Exposure To Traffic. Occasional Exposure To Chemical Hazards.Physical Demands
Constantly requires standing, walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, vision, hearing, twisting, and talking. Frequently requires crawling, pushing/pulling, climbing, foot controls, bending, and crouching and stooping. Occasionally requires sitting, kneeling, and balancing. Heavy strength demands include exerting up to 20 pounds constantly, exerting 20-50 pounds frequently, and exerting 50-100 pounds occasionally.Mental Demands:
Frequently requires recurrent change of tasks, performing multiple tasks simultaneously, working closely with others as part of a team, and noisy/distracting environment. Occasionally requires time pressures, emergency situations, irregular schedule/overtime, and tedious or exacting work.Americans with Disabilities Act ComplianceThe City of Greenville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Prospective and current employees should contact Human Resources to request an ADA accommodation.DisclaimerThe above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
The City of Greenville offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit the needs of our employees and their families. View more details about these benefits here: City of Greenville Employee Benefits.
HEALTH INSURANCE
The City offers the following health insurance options to eligible employees:
Leave & Holiday Benefits
The City is a member of the South Carolina State (SCRS) and Police Officers (PORS) defined benefit Retirement Systems.
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Job SummaryUnder regular direction and in compliance with standard operating procedures and policies, acts as a crew leader for removal and disposal of litter, debris, and trash along roadways located within Greenville City rights-of way. Assists in the installation and upkeep of rubberized speed humps. Provides direction on work assignments, maintains worksite safety, and ensures compliance with policy and procedures. Operates a pickup truck with dump body, utility vehicle, or other non-commercial driver’s license (CDL) vehicle with trailer for hauling work materials between sites and waste materials to a certified facility for disposal. Performs pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and maintains accurate vehicle log. May be required to work on holidays or unpredictable schedules. Assists with special projects and events. Supports inclement weather operations (i.e., snow and ice) by operating salt spreaders, loaders, snowplows, and other specific equipment necessary to clear and maintain roads and walkways. Subject to on-call availability.
Job Duties
Essential Functions Essential Functions % of Time
- Maintain Cleanliness of Roads along Right-of-Ways: Lead and assist others in the removal and disposal of litter, debris, and trash along roadways, sidewalks, and grassy areas within residential and/or commercial zones. Clear grass and leaves from sidewalks. Utilize a backpack blower, suction equipment, walk-behind power broom, or litter pickers in the performance of duties. Assist in the installation and upkeep of rubberized speed humps, with the use of generators and various handheld power tools. These tools include but not limited to corded hammer drills, battery-powered drills and battery-powered saws. Ensure crew has adequate supply of picking tools, bags, rakes, dust pans, containers, etc. Operate a pickup truck with dump body, utility vehicle, or other non-CDL vehicle with trailer to haul and deliver work materials between sites, as well as, waste to certified facility.
- Perform & Comply with Safety Measures: Train technicians on safe methods and procedures used to pick up and dispose of litter, debris, and trash. Perform daily pre-and post-trip vehicle inspections and maintain accurate vehicle log. Check and monitor fluid levels, tire air pressure, and other vehicle and/or equipment maintenance indicators. Ensure vehicle and equipment receive required maintenance. Inspect equipment for safe and operations. Responsible for daily cleanliness of assigned vehicle. Attend safety training classes.
- Manage Waste Disposal: Ensure waste materials are disposed of at certified facility. Assist with after-hour special events waste, litter, and neighborhood cleanup. Convey basic information to the public when approached with questions.
Qualifications
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- One (1) year of experience as a Streets Cleaning Tech I or related experience.
- FEMA training and certifications ICS 100, 552, and 700 within three (3) months of employment.
- Experience working in a lead worker capacity, preferably in public works or a related field.
- Valid South Carolina Class D Driver's License.
- Basic problem-solving techniques for equipment and materials.
- Safe handling of litter, debris, recycling, and solid waste materials.
- Maneuver a pickup truck with a trailer attached through traffic.
- Walk for extended periods to move between work sites.
- Work cooperatively with other staff members.
- Lead other technicians performing the same or similar work.
- Work in inclement weather conditions including cold rain, wind, heat, snow, sleet, etc.
- Appropriately place out safety signage.
- Use radios and basic GPS devices.
- Work safely around traffic obstacles and vehicles.
- Communicate with the public in a respectful and knowledgeable manner.
- Operate and utilize litter pickers, radio, dust pans, cleaning supplies, rakes, broom, non-CDL pickup truck, utility vehicle, tow hitch, backpack blowers, ear protection, corded hammer drills, battery-powered drills, battery-powered saws, and small gas-powered generators.
Working ConditionsPrimary Work Location: Outdoors (streets, sidewalks, rights-of-way, plaza. and parking garages).Protective Equipment Required: Safety glasses, gloves, ear plugs, earphones, safety vest, steel-toed boots, and dust mask.Environmental/Health and Safety Factors:
Frequent Exposure To Unpleasant Environmental Conditions And/or Hazards. Majority Of Work Is Performed Outside Or With Exposure To Risk. Daily Exposure To Extreme Temperature, Wetness And/or Humidity, Respiratory Hazards, Noise And Vibration, And Physical Hazards. Constant Exposure To Communicable Diseases, And Physical Danger. Frequent Exposure To Traffic. Occasional Exposure To Chemical Hazards.Physical Demands
Constantly requires standing, walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, vision, hearing, twisting, and talking. Frequently requires crawling, pushing/pulling, climbing, foot controls, bending, and crouching and stooping. Occasionally requires sitting, kneeling, and balancing. Heavy strength demands include exerting up to 20 pounds constantly, exerting 20-50 pounds frequently, and exerting 50-100 pounds occasionally.Mental Demands:
Frequently requires recurrent change of tasks, performing multiple tasks simultaneously, working closely with others as part of a team, and noisy/distracting environment. Occasionally requires time pressures, emergency situations, irregular schedule/overtime, and tedious or exacting work.Americans with Disabilities Act ComplianceThe City of Greenville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Prospective and current employees should contact Human Resources to request an ADA accommodation.DisclaimerThe above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
The City of Greenville offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit the needs of our employees and their families. View more details about these benefits here: City of Greenville Employee Benefits.
HEALTH INSURANCE
The City offers the following health insurance options to eligible employees:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Basic Term Life
- Employee Supplemental Life
- Spouse Term Life
- Child Term Life
- Short Term Disability (STD)
- Long Term Disability (LTD)
- Voluntary Benefits (Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Care, etc.)
Leave & Holiday Benefits
- General Leave is earned/accrued biweekly by all regular, full-time and permanent part-time employees as a percentage of normal work hours.
- The City of Greenville observes 11 paid holidays.
The City is a member of the South Carolina State (SCRS) and Police Officers (PORS) defined benefit Retirement Systems.
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
- Employee Recognition & Awards Program (ER&A)
- Employee Service Awards
- Longevity Bonus
- Worker's Compensation
- Deferred Compensation
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
