Garbage Truck Rider

JOB SUMMARY:
Rides on the back of the garbage truck on a pre-determined route to empty the trash cans located at buildings, airplane gates and other ramp locations at the facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
Other duties may be assigned.

• Rider is responsible for collecting garbage/foreign object debris (FOD)/trash in safe and efficient manner.
• When garbage truck is stopped, and driver has communicated it is safe to exit back of the truck, the rider will collect FOD/trash cans. Once collected, Rider will dump contents into the back of the garbage truck.
• Responsible to apply all safety practices to ensure that s/he is safe and stable on the back of the truck at all times.
• Responds to emergency calls for trash removal as needed.
• Rider will be exposed to all weather related elements, as the back of the truck is not enclosed.
• May be required to collect large items that will not fit into a standard FOD/trash can.
• Completes any daily paperwork that his/her position requires.
• Participates in ISO practices and embraces ISO principles and philosophies in the performance of principal duties and responsibilities.
• Responsible for any trash around can on ground and any trash in bags. Broom and dust pan may be used.
• Makes Safety the first consideration above all other responsibilities. Follows all safety rules and uses sound judgment for the protection of him/herself, co-workers, client personnel, client invitees, general public and property. Participates in safety training and attends safety meetings as scheduled by Supervisor. Also, responsible to report to his/her supervisor any unsafe conditions or practices.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
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 (GED) preferred but not required. A minimum of one year of related experience and/or training
preferred but not required.

Language Skills:
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively interface and present information in
one-on-one situations to clients and employees of the organization.

Reasoning Ability:
Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Valid Driver's License  (Preferred but not Required)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.

Possible job requirements will be continuous standing, twisting trunk/neck, grasping/squeezing (right & left hand), frequent walking & pulling/pushing, occasional sitting, lifting/carrying 20-50 lbs.,  stooping/bending/squatting/crawling/crouching, climbing/balancing, reaching hands and arms. Additional possible requirements are occasional wet, humid conditions (non-weather), working in high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme heat (non-weather) > 100°/1 hr. continuous near moving mechanical parts, outdoor weather conditions, vibration.

Vision Requirements:

*Near (clear vision at 20" or less)

*Far (clear vision at 20' or more)

*Depth Perception (3 dimensional vision)

*Color (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

*Peripheral (ability to see right, left, up, or down while eyes are fixed on a point)

*Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to bring an object into sharp focus)

Noise Level: Loud

Salary : $14