Waste Collection & Equipment Operator

Parish of Caddo; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Parish of Caddo is seeking a semi-skilled laborer to handle the collection and disposal of solid waste. The role may be assigned to a parish compactor location or to a work crew performing various manual and semi-skilled tasks.

Responsibilities include assisting residents with disposal, operating and assisting with waste disposal equipment, maintenance of equipment, grounds care, and possibly driving a one-ton truck to sites. The role requires lifting at least 50 pounds in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Some experience dealing with the public is preferred.
• Must have valid driver’s license if assigned to Solid Waste main office and required to drive parish vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assists citizens with the disposal of household garbage, recyclables and trash.
• Operates and assists with the installation of waste disposal equipment.
• Provides routine maintenance to equipment and reports serious mechanical difficulties for repairs.
• Cleans and maintains grounds and work site premises.
• May be required to drive one-ton stake bed truck to all compactor sites and pick up metal.
• May be required to pick up trash bags from all parish roadways.

Skills

Public interaction

Driving

Job description

Parish of Caddo is seeking a semi-skilled laborer to handle the collection and disposal of solid waste. The role may be assigned to a parish compactor location or to a work crew performing various manual and semi-skilled tasks.

Responsibilities include assisting residents with disposal, operating and assisting with waste disposal equipment, maintenance of equipment, grounds care, and possibly driving a one-ton truck to sites. The role requires lifting at least 50 pounds in all weather conditions.