Crew Member (Street Cleaning)

City of Greensboro; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking city department dedicated to maintaining the cleanliness and safety of Greensboro. As a Crew Member, you'll be at the forefront of essential services, from litter collection to snow removal, ensuring the city's infrastructure remains in top shape. This role offers a dynamic work environment, requiring physical endurance and teamwork during various seasonal tasks. With a structured schedule and a commitment to community service, this position is perfect for those looking to make a tangible impact in their local area. Embrace the opportunity to contribute to the well-being of your community while developing valuable skills in public service.

Qualifications

• Must obtain a Commercial Driver's Permit within 30 days of employment.
• Requires good attendance and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning maintenance on the City's infrastructure.
• Participate in seasonal duties like snow and ice removal.

Skills

Dead Animal Removal

Litter Collection

Cleaning Maintenance

Physical Endurance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Shovels

Rakes

Brooms

Backpack Blowers

Weed Eaters

Job description

Compensation and Benefits:

The Full Salary Range for this position is $40,609 - $51,383 Annually. The Hiring Range is $ 40,609- $ 42,233 Annually, depending on qualifications, it has an excellent benefits package. You can learn more about the benefits that the City of Greensboro offers by visiting https://www.greensboro-nc.gov/departments/people-culture/benefits

About Solid Waste & Recycling:

The City of Greensboro is made up of many departments or functions that provide a wealth of services to the residents and businesses of Greensboro. The City of Greensboro's Solid Waste and Recycling Department provides a variety of services to Greensboro residents, including:

• Garbage, Yard Waste, Recycling, Bulk Waste, and Litter Collection
• Street Sweeping and Dead Animal Removal
• Illegal Dumping

Work Schedule:
Monday through Thursday; 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Primary Duties/Brief Description of Work:
This Crew Member will be responsible for performing cleaning maintenance on the City's infrastructure. Primary duties include, but are not limited to: dead animal removal, litter collection, island cleaning, central business district cleaning, and loose leaf collection. This employee will be required to set up work zones as well as work special events such as Fun Fourth and Get Down Downtown, etc. Seasonal duties include participation in the Loose Leaf Collection program and Snow and Ice Removal Program. The successful applicant will be required to use shovels, rakes, brooms, backpack blowers, weed eaters, and other small tools. This position requires working in and around traffic and heavy equipment. This employee must be able to follow verbal and written instructions. The City of Greensboro pays employees semi-monthly and the position is assigned to a 40-hour work schedule, which is typically Monday through Thursday; 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a 30-minute lunch. During the Loose Leaf Collection Program, typically November through January, the schedule changes to Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This schedule is subject to change during a holiday week or for emergency service which may require working a flexible schedule with little or no notice and may include weekends, nights, or holidays. This employee will be assigned to the snow and ice removal program and will be subject to working 12-hour shifts during winter or other weather-related events. This employee must have good attendance. The physical duties include: standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, walking on uneven surfaces, shoveling, and heavy lifting up to (50 pounds). Work is performed outside in all weather conditions. This employee must obtain a Commercial Driver's Permit within 30 days of employment and obtain maintain a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License with Tanker Endorsement within 120 days of employment as well as maintain a reliable means of contact such as home or cellular telephone (to remain in this position).This position is an overhire position approved for 90 days. The job is NON-EXEMPT under FLSA. Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma /GED
  • No High School Diploma /GED
• Valid Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications:

• Class A or B Commercial Driver's License
• Tanker Endorsement