Refuse Collection Operator

City of Grand Rapids1500 Scribner Ave NW Grand Rapids, MI
Onsite

About The Position

As a Refuse Collection Operator, you will drive a refuse collection vehicle, equipped with a mechanical/robotic-arm, in the collection, transport, and disposal of refuse and recycling material. You will utilize a tablet, route management software, and cameras in the completion of designated collection routes throughout the city. This role performs under minimal supervision and involves training, guiding, and assisting other employees. We offer a dynamic work culture and great benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage starting Day 1, a 401a contribution with employer matching, paid vacation and sick time, 12 paid holidays, paid parking (if applicable), tuition reimbursement, wellness incentives, paid parental leave, and an Employee Assistance Program with free mental health counseling. Join us in supporting a thriving community while growing in your career!

Requirements

  • High school diploma (or GED equivalent)
  • At least one (1) years of experience operating large trucks, preferably a refuse collection of similar vehicles
  • Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities
  • Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
  • Must complete a DOT WAIVER FORM when an application is submitted.

Responsibilities

  • Operates refuse truck, some with hydraulic arm to move heavy, sometimes frozen carts and trash baskets
  • Operates tablet to navigate routes, verify Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tags, register and document completed work and report violations, notes customer accounts
  • Collects refuse from sidewalk receptacles
  • Responds to work order requests for pickup of City refuse, illegal dumping, dead animals and other violations of City code
  • Makes one-way and special route pick-ups of appliances and other bulk items as requested
  • Operates onboard camera to take photographs to document violations of City code and ordinances.
  • Performs snow and ice removal with snowplows on City streets
  • Operates front-end loader to load salt
  • Explains and clarifies Refuse Ordinance to citizens; issues violation if necessary
  • Performs related work as required

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting Day 1
  • 401a contribution with employer matching
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • 12 paid holidays
  • Paid parking (if applicable)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Wellness incentives
  • Paid parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Program with free mental health counseling
  • Employee Home Ownership Incentive
  • Comprehensive Wellness program with a health and wellness incentive
  • Employee Discounts and Perks
  • Retiree Health Savings Account (Employee & Employer contributions)
  • Voluntary benefits such as term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, accidental insurance, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan options
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