Refuse Collection Operator

City Of Grand Rapids • Grand Rapids, MI

436d • $50,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Refuse Collection Operator is responsible for driving a refuse collection vehicle equipped with a mechanical/robotic arm to collect, transport, and dispose of refuse and recycling materials throughout the city. This role involves utilizing technology such as tablets and route management software to complete designated collection routes while performing under minimal supervision. The operator also trains and assists other employees in their duties.

Requirements

• High school diploma (or GED equivalent).
• At least one (1) year 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).

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: High school or GED