Laborer Refuse/ Recycle

City of Cleveland Heights; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical & Dental Plan

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Deferred Compensation Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The City of Cleveland Heights is seeking a dedicated city employee to perform refuse and recycling collection across the city. The role includes backing up truck operators, assisting at the Transfer Station, and joining snow/ice control duties in winter months.

Qualified candidates must hold a valid Ohio CDL Class B and be in good physical condition to work outdoors in all weather conditions. This is a full-time, on-site position with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Ohio CDL Class B license with an excellent driving record.
• Experience driving large vehicles including dump trucks and refuse trucks.
• Ability to perform manual labor outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Collect refuse and recyclables citywide including bulk items, bagged yard waste, leaves, and brush.
• Serve as back up for Refuse/Recycling Truck Operators.
• Assist in the maintenance of the Transfer Station.
• Transfer to Streets Division for snow and ice control from January 1 to April 1, 11:00pm–7:00am.

Skills

CDL Class B

Large vehicle operation

Manual labor outdoors

Teamwork

Reliability

Physical fitness

Flexible scheduling

Verbal/written instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the city wide collection of refuse and recyclables, bulk items, bagged yard waste, leaves, brush and apartment building refuse. Would also have to be prepared to assist in other Divisions as needed. The position requires flexibility as to scheduling and duties.

Examples of Duties

• Collection of refuse and recyclables
• Serve as back up for the Refuse/Recycling Truck Operators
• Assist in the maintenance of the Transfer Station
• Transfer to Streets Division for snow and ice control from January 1st to April 1st working 11:00pm to 7:00am

Typical Qualifications

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Requirements

• Must be in excellent physical condition to perform manual labor outdoors in all climatic conditions
• Possess a valid Ohio Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B and excellent driving record
• Previous experience driving various types of large vehicles, including dump trucks, rear load packer refuse trucks and side loading refuse trucks
• Safely lift approximately 90lbs independently
• Able to carry out verbal and written instructions
• Ability to work well with others
• Must assist in all other departmental activities as requested including leaf collection and snow/ice removal
• Reliable attendance

The City of Cleveland Heights offers permanent full time employees an excellent benefits package!

• Comprehensive Medical & Dental Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Deferred Compensation Plans
• Employee Assistance Program