Sanitation Crew Leader I

City of Greenville; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Greenville’s Fleet Services Department seeks a Sanitation Crew Leader I to join a sanitation crew and safely operate heavy equipment for solid waste collection on assigned routes. The role is non-exempt under FLSA.

Primary duties include operating side-loading and rear-loading packer trucks, leading crew members, and performing routine equipment maintenance while abiding by safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1+ year of experience operating various light to heavy vehicles and equipment, or five years of experience operating such equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate side-loading packer truck on routes.
• Operate rear-loading packer truck in designated area.
• Lead and assist collection crews.
• Clean and inspect equipment after tasks.
• Follow supervisor instructions and safety rules.

Skills

Safe operation

Minor repairs

Time management

Job description

The City of Greenville's Fleet Services Department is looking for a Sanitation Crew Leader I. The purpose of this position is to serve on a sanitation crew and to provide safe and efficient operation of assigned heavy equipment used in the collection of solid waste.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

• Operates a mechanical side-loading packer truck to collect solid waste on a designated route, including streets and alleys;
• Operates a rear-loading packer truck to collect uncontained refuse in a designated area;
• Operates other assigned equipment as needed;
• Works independently or with assigned crew members depending on route configuration and operational needs;
• Leads and assists collection crews;
• Cleans equipment after task completion;
• Assists the supervisor in regard to heavy equipment operations; and
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED and at least one year of experience operating various light to heavy-duty vehicles and equipment (prior supervisory/crew leader experience preferred).
  OR
• The ability to read and write sufficiently to complete required tasks and at least five years of experience operating various light to heavy-duty vehicles and equipment (prior supervisory/crew leader experience preferred).

Knowledge of:

• state and local laws pertaining to the operation of equipment on highways.
• traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in equipment operations.
• hazards, safety rules, and precautions involved in the operation of sanitation vehicles and equipment.
• operations of heavy equipment used in solid waste collection.
• the geographic layout of the City.

Skilled in:

• safe operation of trucks and equipment assigned to the position.
• completing minor adjustments and repairs to assigned equipment.
• managing one's own time and the time of others efficiently.

Ability to:

• perform strenuous work requiring good physical condition.
• work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the outdoor elements.
• understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• direct the work of assigned crew members.
• prepare simple records.
• communicate courteously with the public on sensitive sanitation matters.
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public and other employees.
• operate assigned navigation equipment and read and follow road maps.
• clean equipment using appropriate materials such as a high-pressure hose when needed.
• work cooperatively with City officials, other employees, and the general public.
• work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
• meet the mental and physical demands of the job.

• Valid N.C. Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and acceptable driving record at time of hire.