Garbage Operator III

City of Charleston

78d • $58,305 - $62,400

About The Position

In this role, you will be responsible for operating assigned equipment and supervising an assigned team of drivers on an assigned garbage collection route. The position involves coordinating team activities to ensure proper completion of collection routes, driving and operating an assigned collection vehicle safely, and familiarizing oneself with routes and interpreting route maps. You will also be responsible for placing refuse in the collection vehicle, using tools to pick up loose or spilled garbage, and maintaining safety equipment. Additionally, you will assess and report mechanical problems, train subordinates, assist Route Supervisors with employee evaluations, and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate’s (AA/AS) and 2 years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current South Carolina Commercial Driver’s License – Class B.
• Certified by City Fleet Management in the operation of all team vehicles within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates team activities in order to ensure proper completion of collection routes.
• Drives and operates an assigned collection vehicle in a safe manner on an assigned route for the collection of refuse.
• Familiarizes self with routes and interprets route maps.
• Places refuse in the collection vehicle either manually or using a semi-automatic container lifting system.
• Uses a broom, shovel, pitchfork, or other safe means to pick up loose or spilled garbage or trash.
• Places empty cans off street in a neat and tidy manner.
• Completes pre- and post- route checks of assigned vehicle and route reports on a daily basis.
• Maintains assigned safety equipment and uses it properly at all times.
• Assesses and reports any unexpected mechanical problems to prevent further vehicle damage and/or unsafe operation.
• Reports environmental code violations to supervisor.
• Trains subordinates.
• Assists Route Supervisors with employee evaluations and disciplines, making recommendations where appropriate.
• Assumes the duties and responsibilities of the Route Supervisor as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees