Solid Waste Crewperson (Part-Time)

City of Memphis; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Memphis is seeking a laborer to perform heavy manual and general labor tasks in the Solid Waste Management Service Center, including refuse collection, recycling, and special collection services. You will use hand and motorized tools such as lawn mower, weed trimmer, shovel, rake, broom, and pitchfork to support daily operations.

Work is outdoors, may require nights and weekends, and involves lifting up to 50 lbs (100 lbs with assistance) and exposure to weather, dust, and chemicals.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand written and verbal instructions.
• May be required to work nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.

Job description

Hourly Rate: $15.30/hourly

Works under the direct supervision of an assigned supervisor performing heavy manual and general labor work in the Solid Waste Management Service Center including residential and commercial refuse collection, recycling, and special collection services. May perform various duties such as collecting refuse, loading, unloading and moving materials manually, and assisting skilled trade personnel. Uses various hand and motorized tools, such as lawn mower, weed trimmer, shovel, rake, broom, and pitchfork.

Job Description

Works under the direct supervision of an assigned supervisor performing heavy manual and general labor work in the Solid Waste Management Service Center including residential and commercial refuse collection, recycling, and special collection services. May perform various duties such as collecting refuse, loading, unloading and moving materials manually, and assisting skilled trade personnel. Uses various hand and motorized tools, such as lawn mower, weed trimmer, shovel, rake, broom, and pitchfork.

Responsibilities

Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Requires the use of hand and motorized tools and equipment to perform various assigned job functions. Requires the ability to perform heavy manual work which will involve bending, kneeling, reaching, pulling, pushing, crouching, and standing for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. or up to 100 lbs. with assistance. Must be able to traverse on various surfaces.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed outdoors in sometimes adverse weather conditions. May be exposed to odors, noise, dust, pollen, fumes and chemicals such as pesticides.

Qualifications

Ability to understand written and verbal instructions. May be required to work nights and weekends.