Sanitation Crew Leader I

City-of-Greenville,-Nc-1; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

City of Greenville, North Carolina is seeking a Sanitation Crew Leader I to oversee a sanitation crew and ensure safe, efficient operation of heavy equipment on designated routes. The role includes leading crews, operating packer trucks, and performing equipment maintenance.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED with driving experience, or five years of related operation experience; supervisory background is preferred. CDL may be required later depending on route needs.

Qualifications

• Experience operating light to heavy-duty vehicles and equipment.
• Supervisory/crew leader experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead sanitation crews on designated routes.
• Operate mechanical side-loading and rear-loading packer trucks.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and cleaning.
• Follow safety protocols and city standards for sanitation operations.
• Assist supervisor with heavy equipment operations as needed.
• Maintain simple records and report issues to supervision.
• Work in varying weather conditions and on outdoor routes.

Skills

Safe operation of trucks and equipment

Time management

Crew leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED + 1 year driving experience

5 years operating light to heavy-duty vehicles

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).

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

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.