SOLID WASTE DRIVER

City of Vero Beach; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Vero Beach is seeking a Solid Waste Operator to operate waste collection vehicles on defined routes, perform basic vehicle maintenance and support crew members. The role requires adherence to safety practices and city regulations while ensuring timely collection of residential, commercial, and bulk waste.

Experience with trucks in the 25,000 GVW to 55,000 GVW range is preferred, along with the ability to perform heavy manual labor outdoors.

Qualifications

• Ability to safely operate assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to perform heavy manual tasks (stooping, lifting up to 100 lbs.).
• Knowledge of safety practices and OSHA-like guidelines in waste collection.
• Knowledge of city routes, geography, and maps.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.

Responsibilities

• Drive solid waste vehicles to collect commercial or residential garbage and bulk waste on designated routes.
• Perform daily routine preventive maintenance and servicing on vehicles.
• Oversee assigned workers and assist in refuse collection as needed.
• Complete trip logs, route sheets and other required reports.
• Adhere to city policies, safety rules, and regulations; assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vehicle operation

Heavy manual tasks

Customer service

Navigation/geography

Following directions

Safety practices

Job description

Under general supervision, operates solid waste vehicle to collect residential and commercial refuse and bulk waste on designated routes, and assists in completion of all routes; and performs related duties as assigned. Work is subject to check in progress and upon completion by a supervisor. Supervising or performing the operator maintenance of trucks and equipment.The following duties have been provided as examples of the essential types of work performed by positions within this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.

• Drives solid waste vehicles to collect commercial or residential garbage, refuse, and bulk waste on designated route. (i.e., minimum average of 32 hours per week).
• Performs daily routine preventive maintenance and servicing (e.g., refuels, checks fluid levels, hoses, signal operation, brakes, and lights) and refers major repairs to maintenance.
• Oversees assigned workers and participates in refuse collection work as necessary.
• Completes trip logs, route sheets and other required reports.
• Complies with organization policies and highway rules and regulations; performs other related work as required.
• Enforces rules and regulations.
• Responds to inquiries, requests and complaints in an appropriate manner.
• Hauls garbage and refuse to the landfill.
• Cleans, sanitizes and washes vehicles.
• When not assigned to route, may be required to clean and maintain City owned dumpsters to include preparation and painting containers.
• Observes standard operating procedures and safety practices at all times.
• Maintains crew supplies
• Assists other routes in completion of work and performs related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of City and departmental polices and procedures.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety practices related to solid waste collection and disposal.
• Knowledge of City maps, routes and geography.
• Knowledge of operation of a variety of sanitation equipment and vehicles, including commercial or residential packers and cranes (including hydraulics). And other related tools.
• Knowledge of customer service practices.
• Ability to safely operate assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to perform heavy manual tasks (including stooping, lifting up to 100 lbs., carrying and climbing) for extended periods of time in good or bad weather.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Knowledge of the state laws and local ordinances regulating the operations of trucks.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during the course of work, including the general public.

OTHER JOB CHARACTERISTICS:

• Exposure to potential physical harm, dangerous machinery, moving traffic, infectious disease, wild and/or domestic animals, and hazardous chemicals.
• May be required to work independently.
• May be required to work weekends, holidays, or irregular hours.
• Requires constant awareness of surrounding activities.
• Must be able to wear PPE required to perform the essential functions of the job.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:

• Solid waste vehicles (rear-loader, front-loader and cranes), waste cans, pitchforks, rakes, chainsaws and hand tools.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

One (1) year of related experience including performing heavy manual labor outdoors for extended periods; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Experience in the operation of trucks in the 25,000 G.V.W. to 55,000 G.V.W. range. Experience in solid waste collection and disposal is preferred.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Possession of a Commercial Driver's License, Class B or above. (with air brakes endorsement)

Employee must maintain a driving record consistent with CDL requirements.