Refuse Collector Assistant (BEACH)

City of Norfolk, VA; Norfolk (VA); In loco; USD 42.000 - 46.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Paid holidays

Employer paid pension plan

Medical and dental coverage

Parking

Credit union membership

Descrizione del lavoro

The City of Norfolk’s Public Works department is seeking a Refuse Collector Assistant to support coastal and beach area cleanup under the BEACH program. You will assist with refuse and recycling collection, participate in community education, operate light-duty vehicles, and aid in special events and cleanup tasks.

Hours include day shifts, with weekend/holiday work, and a benefits package for regular employees. CDL is preferred and entry testing is required.

Competenze

• Ability to read and understand written instructions.
• Experience supporting environmental/groundskeeping operations is a plus.
• Ability to assist with collections and events in a city context.

Mansioni

• Assist with collection and disposal of refuse, recyclables, and debris in beach and coastal areas.
• Operate light-duty utility vehicles (e.g., Kubota) safely.
• Support BEACH Strike Team in environmental education and event setup.
• Remove dead animals from streets and properties.
• Participate in community cleanup events and campaigns.
• Complete basic logs and documentation as directed.
• Maintain cleanliness of public access areas and receptacles.
• Assist in BEAC H operations during emergencies and storms.

Conoscenze

Reading instructions

Public education outreach

Safety awareness

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

Strumenti

Small utility vehicle operation

Descrizione del lavoro

Description

Norfolk, Virginia is America's most authentic and urban waterfront city. Home to the world's largest naval station and the business, arts, and cultural center of Coastal Virginia, Norfolk has been rated a top place to live, work, play, and raise a family by numerous publications. Working for the City of Norfolk is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others. With our commitment to competitive pay and a strong retirement package, you can do good for your community and do well for yourself. Join a caring workplace that proudly celebrates uniqueness, authenticity, and a shared commitment to improving the lives of our residents.

The City of Norfolk’s department of Public Works is seeking a Refuse Collector Assistant that supports the cleanliness, safety, and environmental integrity of coastal and beach areas under our new BEACH (Beautification, Environmental Awareness, and Coastal Health) Program within our Waste Management Division. This position will be responsible for assisting with refuse and recycling collection, community education initiatives, and operational support for special events. Operating utility vehicles (e.g. Kubotas), aiding the BEACH Strike Team in outreach activities, and performing cleanup tasks during daytime and late evening shifts, including weekends and holidays. Refuse Collector Assistant responsibilities also include assisting with the collection and disposal of waste (bulk and dead animals).

The Department of Public Works builds, maintains, and operates the physical facilities that support and enhance the lives of Norfolk’s citizens, businesses, and visitors, including the City’s Storm Water System, Street Network and Waste Management and Recycling Systems. The Department is comprised of 9 divisions that function collectively to make your commute safe and efficient, your neighborhood more attractive, and the streets and sidewalks clean and well-maintained.

Departmental Hiring Salary Range

$41,600 - $45,760

Essential functions

• Assists with collection and disposal of refuse, recyclables, and debris in beach, coastal, and public recreation areas.
• Operates light-duty utility vehicles (e.g., Kubota) to transport equipment, waste, and supplies safely.
• Assists the BEACH strike team in environmental education efforts, including event setup, public interaction, and information dissemination.
• Removes dead animals from streets and homes throughout the City of Norfolk.
• Participates in special events and community cleanup campaigns, including preparation, execution, and takedown.
• Completes basic logs, reports, and documentation as directed.
• Maintains cleanliness of public access areas, rest areas, and trash/recycling receptacles.
• Assists in Collections when the BEACH area is closed or during emergency situations and storms, snow, ice as determined by the Superintendent.

Education/Experience

Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. Level of knowledge equivalent to high school or equivalency.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in refuse collection, environmental services, or groundskeeping.
• Experience with small utility vehicles and public event support.

Preferred License(s) and/or Certification(s)

Valid CDL Driver’s License; Must successfully pass all entry level testing and assessments.

Work Hours

Saturday – Wednesday 11:30 AM – 7:00 PM through Labor Day then 7:00 AM -3:30 PM through Memorial Day / 40 hours per week

Thursday- Monday 11:30 AM-7:00PM through Labor Day, then 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM through Memorial Day / 40 hours Per week

• Regular full-time and permanent part-time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, employer paid pension plan, basic life insurance, voluntary participation in medical and dental, Section 457 deferred compensation, long-term disability, optional life insurance for self, spouse and children, medical and dependent care reimbursement plans, access to membership in credit union and employer provided parking.
• Special project/grant employees are generally eligible for the same benefits of regular full-time employees; however, retirement, life insurance and participation in health plans vary depending upon funding and authorization.
• Temporary/seasonal and part-time employees are generally only eligible for employer provided parking and access to membership in credit union.
• Retirement

Tuition Assistance Program

The Tuition Assistance Program is established to encourage employees toward continued self-development and education. Permanent full-time and permanent part-time classified, unclassified permanent, full-time special projects, and constitutional employees who have completed six months continuous service will be eligible to apply. The applicant’s school of enrollment must be an accredited institution.

Note

The benefits described above are broad generalizations. The specific benefits that an employee may be eligible for are governed by City regulations, as applicable to job type.

Non-City

Positions listed with a job type designation of "Non-City" are not subject to the benefits descriptions above. Refer to the content of the job posting for information regarding these positions.