Foreman Environmental Services

City of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Pittsburgh, Public Works, seeks a Refuse Supervisor to supervise refuse and recycling personnel on assigned routes and ensure timely collection. The role involves monitoring safety, maintaining records, and coordinating with residents and staff to resolve issues.

Qualifications include one year of full-time refuse collection experience with the City, a valid Commercial CDL with L airbrake lifted, residency in the City, and medical and background checks.

Qualifications

• One year of full-time experience in refuse collection ( City of Pittsburgh Bureau of Environmental Services )
• Commercial Class A or B CDL with L airbrake restriction lifted, CDL maintained throughout employment
• Residency requirement: must become and remain City of Pittsburgh resident
• Medical examination required for civil service
• Pre-employment background investigations conducted for all candidates

Responsibilities

• Supervises and directs refuse and recycling personnel on assigned routes.
• Checks vehicles for maintenance, safety, and compliance with DOT policies.
• Maintains records and reports on work performed and time records for staff.
• Responds to residents' requests and resolves complaints; interviews residents and staff.
• Ensures route work progress and adherence to safety policies; may testify in court for violations.

Skills

CDL A/B

Supervision

Record keeping

DOT compliance

Microsoft Office

Cartegraph

Tools

Cartegraph

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

Supervises and directs the work of assigned refuse and recycling personnel in the collection of solid waste; assists in resolving service requests related to solid waste collections.

Department

Public Works

Posting Type

Announcement/Bid

Salary

$68,349 per year.

Union

This position is included in the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Union, Local 2037 and will be filled in accordance with the provisions of the Memorandum of Understanding.

Union Bid Form

None required.

Civil Service Classification

Non-Competitive

Requirements

General Application Requirements

• Applicants must submit a complete application including education, work experience, a resume (if applicable) and completed supplemental questions.
• Applicants must become residents of the City of Pittsburgh prior to employment and must remain a resident throughout employment.
• Applicant must possess a current, valid Commercial Class A or B Motor Vehicle Operator's License with the "L" airbrake restriction lifted from the license at the time of application. The CDL must be maintained throughout employment.

NOTE

The City of Pittsburgh, as a matter of policy, conducts pre-employment and promotional background investigations on all candidates being considered for positions. The background investigation includes, but is not limited to, criminal background, driver's license, and City of Pittsburgh real estate tax payments. Candidates may be disqualified from consideration based on the results of their background investigation, as it relates to the job for which the applicant is being considered.

Qualifying Requirements

Your work experience and education/training will be evaluated to determine if you meet the qualifying eligibility requirements listed below for this position. You will receive notice of your eligibility status via email.

WORK EXPERIENCE

The application must clearly show one (1) year of full-time experience in refuse collection in the Bureau of Environmental Services of the City of Pittsburgh. (Less than full-time experience will be calculated on a pro-rated basis.)

EDUCATION/TRAINING

None required for this position.

EQUIVALENCY

None permitted for this position. Therefore, no education/training and/or work experience may be substituted toward the qualifying requirements listed above.

CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATIONS

• Written: None required for this position.
• Performance: None required for this position.
• Medical: Required.

POSITION DUTIES

• Supervises and directs the work of refuse and recycling employees on assigned routes in the collection of solid waste.
• Supervises and checks assigned personnel in; evaluates work; recommends and implements approved disciplinary and/or corrective action; provides training and/or technical assistance as required.
• Checks vehicles for maintenance, safety, weight, and other potential problems in accordance with established policies and procedures and DOT compliance.
• Makes daily spot-checks of crews on assigned routes to ensure the area is being cleared of solid waste on time and in accordance with City and departmental safety policies, practices, and procedures; maintains accurate records.
• Monitors radio for emergency calls, responds to accidents/incidents, etc., and provides all necessary information and documents as required.
• Responds to requests from residents on routes and refuse personnel to resolve complaints; writes up complaints; interviews residents and assigned personnel involved.
• Assists in determining eligibility for medical exemption from curbside pickup; reports violations.
• Updates Medical Exemption List by removing those who become ineligible.
• Uses a variety of technological hardware (i.e., computers, laptops, tablets, smartphones, GPS, cameras, etc.) and/or software (i.e., email, Microsoft Office, Cartegraph, etc.) to maintain records and prepare accurate reports on work performed and accurate time records for assigned personnel.
• Informs supervisor of route work progress and complaints.
• Monitors and follows up on violations of The Pittsburgh Code, Title Six, Sections 601.11, 619, 765.05, etc. May testify in court for violations.
• Plans, develops, directs, coordinates, organizes, and controls the materials, equipment, and personnel for the effective, efficient, and economical attainment of program goals, including maximum convenience to the public and safety of employees.
• Assists the supervisor in evaluating refuse and recycling routes to improve efficiency.
• May, at the discretion of management, serve as acting Refuse Supervisor on an as-needed basis.
• Manages area of responsibility in strict accordance with applicable laws, regulations, city policies and union agreements to ensure fair and standardized treatment of employees.
• Performs other related tasks and duties as assigned or required.