Garbage Operator III

City of Charleston
4d$61,152 - $64,194

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.

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.
  • May require evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
  • In the event of major storms or other emergency situations, this position may be subject to 24-hour shifts or any other emergency schedule that is necessary to meet the City’s needs.

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.
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