Brush & Bulk Item - Refuse Collector

City of Abilene•Abilene, TX

7d•$18 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs heavy manual labor associated with residential and commercial solid waste collection, brush removal, and bulky-item disposal. Collects refuse, brush, debris, and other discarded materials from alleys, curbsides, and designated collection sites in accordance with safety standards, departmental procedures, and City policies. Assists with safe and efficient refuse-collection equipment operation and helps maintain clean, safe, and accessible collection routes. This position exercises no supervision.

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required.
A valid Texas driver’s license, the ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment, or a military waiver is required.
Bloodborne Pathogens and HazCom training must be completed within 60 days of employment.
Must be available for shift, on-call, and stand-by work.
Ability to perform heavy manual labor, including lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, climbing, and repetitive movement.
Ability to work outdoors in adverse conditions, including extreme temperatures, noise, dust, vibration, and mechanical hazards.
Ability to understand, interpret, and follow oral and written instructions, policies, and operational procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.
Ability to adapt to changing work assignments and operational priorities and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Ability to recognize hazards and calculate potential dangers in and around the work area.
Ability to perform basic computer tasks, retrieve City emails, and complete required computer training courses.
Ability to follow City of Abilene Core Values and work as a team member with dignity, courtesy, and respect.
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and equipment used in refuse collection, including hydraulic compactors and hydraulic or air tailgate lift systems.
Ability to use hand tools, chainsaws, and equipment for brush and debris removal, and to operate power tools safely.
Knowledge of safe work practices, including proper lifting, hazard recognition, and equipment safety.
Knowledge of refuse, brush, and bulky-waste collection methods, practices, and procedures.
Knowledge of basic refuse-equipment and hydraulic-system operation and maintenance requirements.
Knowledge of applicable safety requirements, including Bloodborne Pathogens, HazCom, and personal protective equipment.
Knowledge of traffic safety and safe work procedures in public rights-of-way and residential areas.
Basic tool-handling knowledge.
Experience in heavy manual work is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Experience in heavy manual work.

Responsibilities

Pick up and load heavy items and discarded bulky waste.
Operate equipment mechanisms for loading, compressing, and dumping refuse.
Guide the driver/operator when moving refuse trucks in alleys and at street pickup locations.
Cut limbs, brush, and related growth that interfere with safe movement of Solid Waste vehicles in alleys.
Pick up and empty refuse containers into vehicles and return containers to their original locations.
Load loose debris and brush piles into Solid Waste vehicles.
Identify defective containers for repair.
Operate a personal or City vehicle to perform business operations.
Mix and distribute herbicide using a backpack sprayer.
Travel to various work locations and be available for shift work and required emergency response.
Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned.