What are the responsibilities and job description for the Solid Waste Worker - Residential Refuse Division position at City of Savannah?
New Starting Salary!! $19.52/hour
There's always opportunity for you with the City of Savannah. Come and join our Sanitation Team today! We have what you're looking for. As a Solid Waste Worker, you will be responsible for the collection of residential refuse, yard waste, bulk items, recyclable materials and/or the removal of litter from City streets, lanes and rights-of-way.
We offer great pay, excellent benefits and career progression!
We look forward to having you onboard!
- Performs manual labor in day-to-day Sanitation Department operations.
- Serves as a spotter to assist truck operator in safely backing up and maneuvering in congested spaces.
- May assist truck operator with determining correct routes.
- Operates hydraulic lift and press.
- Maintains inventory of tools assigned to the truck.
- Collects household refuse.
- Directs traffic as needed.
- Collects recyclable materials.
- Collects litter, changes litter baskets.
- Collects yard waste, bulk items, and dead animals.
- Cleans vehicles and equipment at end of route.
- Assembles, delivers, repairs, cleans, and collects refuse carts as assigned.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requires the ability to lift items up to forty (40) pounds.
This is a critical workforce position.
Work Hours: Mon - Thurs 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Work Location: 1809 W. Hwy 80
Additional Requirements
Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.
- Knowledge of department safety procedures.
- Knowledge of department policies and procedures.
- Skill in the operation of hydraulic lift and press mechanism.
- Skill in oral communication.