Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

This position operates a truck along an assigned route to collect and transport commercial waste, residential waste, and yard waste.

· Performs pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.

· Completes required reports and logs.

· Drives a refuse collection truck along an assigned route to collect solid waste, commercial waste, or yard waste.

· Transports refuse to landfill.

· Washes exterior or vehicle; keeps interior free of trash.

· Performs routine maintenance on truck; checks fuel, oil and other fluids.

· Oversees the work of personnel assigned to the truck.

· Follows all traffic laws and regulations.

· Maintains radio contact with dispatcher.

· Performs related duties.

· Knowledge of city streets and landmarks.

· Knowledge of equipment operation principles.

· Knowledge of traffic laws.

· Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures, and federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

· Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.

· Skill in the supervision of personnel.

· Skill in the operation of assigned vehicles and equipment.

· Skill in problem solving.

· Skill in interpersonal relations.

· Skill in oral and written communication.

· Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.

· Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.

· Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. Valid Georgia CDL Class “B” Required.

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