Environmental Services Technician- Solid Waste-(PT)

City of Auburn (AL); Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Auburn (AL) seeks an Environmental Services Technician-Solid Waste (PT) to support municipal waste collection operations. You will operate routes, maintain vehicles, and assist with disposal tasks as part of a team serving the city’s environmental services division.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 1–3 years’ experience and a Class B CDL. Duties include routine vehicle checks, safe operation, and collaboration with staff to ensure efficient service delivery.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 1–3 years’ experience or an equivalent combination.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License.
• Knowledge of collection procedures and routes; familiarity with local geography.
• Awareness of preventive maintenance techniques for division equipment and vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Performs collection and disposal duties along premeditated routes.
• Operates and maintains equipment used for solid waste collection.
• Inspects and maintains assigned vehicle on a daily basis.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Skills

Collection procedures

Route knowledge

Preventive maintenance

Local government operations

Vehicle operation

Oral and written communication

Public interaction

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Class B CDL

Tools

Solid waste equipment operation

Basic repair

Vehicle inspection

Job description

Environmental Services Technician-Solid Waste (PT)

Department: Environmental Services

Pay Grade: Temporary Pay Table

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Personnel Status: Temporary Part-Time

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for the collection of solid waste. This position reports to the Solid Waste Division Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs collection and disposal duties along premeditated routes.
• Performs equipment operation and maintenance duties.
• Inspects and maintains assigned vehicle on a daily basis.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

AGENCY-WIDE COMPETENCIES

Professional Excellence

Sense of responsibility and commitment; ability to meet expectations; quality of work output; willingness to admit and correct mistakes.

Communication

Ability to express oneself clearly, credibly, and respectfully in an appropriate tone; quality of judgment exercised in what information should be communicated; ability to adjust to different communication styles.

Teamwork

Commitment to team activities; placing value of team success over personal recognition; altruism; impact on team success; willingness to fulfill a variety of roles.

Engagement

Initiative exercised in solving problems; willingness to take on new responsibilities; acting on opportunities and presenting ideas; modeling a positive attitude and resilience; volunteering for group work; praising work of the City and coworkers; demonstrating pride in public service.

Public Service

Views citizens as a priority; demonstrates ethical, trustworthy behavior, stands as an example of servant leadership; maintains trust of the Auburn citizens.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent; one (1) to three (3) years’ experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications

• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of collection procedures and routes.
• Knowledge of local geography and streets.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance techniques as related to division equipment and vehicles.
• Knowledge of local government operations, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.
• Skill in the operation and basic repair of solid waste equipment and other related equipment.
• Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
• Ability to get along with others, and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to work independently, work well with others, and manage time effectively.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is heavy work, which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, or walking. The employee uses tools or equipment requiring manual dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed in various outdoor environments. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, and occasional cold or inclement weather. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.