Refuse Collector

City of New Braunfels, TX • New Braunfels, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

At the City of New Braunfels, we seek out people ready to serve the community, plan for the future, and preserve our well-renowned natural beauty. Our five Core Values serve as a cornerstone of our work: Integrity, Service, Visionary Leadership, Stewardship of Resources, and Cultural Heritage. We are looking for a motivated and collaborative individual to join the Solid Waste division to successfully serve the current and future needs of the New Braunfels community. Under general supervision, this role performs a variety of customer service and manual labor tasks associated with the operation of the City’s recycling center drop off facility and assists with maintenance of recycle center vehicles and equipment in accordance with safety regulations and procedures.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Strong background in general labor, with a proven ability to perform physically demanding tasks and work outdoors in various environments.
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Knowledge of the basic safety procedures for vehicle backing, safe conduct around heavy equipment, safe lifting and pulling techniques, and ensuring personal safety while working in a dynamic, outdoor environment.
• Basic customer service skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of City safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Safety awareness and the ability to follow safety protocols and properly use personal protective equipment.
• Effective communication and the ability to work well with team members and supervisors.
• Adaptability to learn and master varying job requirements as needed.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with City employees and the public.
• Obtains a minimum Class B CDL (for Refuse Collector III).

Responsibilities

• Assists customers with unloading recyclable materials at assigned City recycling facility.
• Operates a hydraulic unit to compact waste materials and an electric processing machine to densify plastic foam.
• Assists in the manual collection of solid waste, green waste and recyclable materials from residential and commercial sites on established routes.
• Picks up, carries and empties and returns small garbage cans and designated recycling and green waste containers or maneuvers large garbage containers to collection vehicle and back without damage to containers or vehicle.
• Operates mechanism(s) for loading and dumping into collection vehicle.
• Picks up litter and debris caused during collection from roadway and/or right-of-way and deposits in collection vehicle.
• Directs traffic and guides the deposit of waste into proper containers.
• Directs and instructs customers on various division recycling services and policies.
• Monitors and enforces rules and procedures with respect to division requirements for acceptable materials and customer activities at assigned City recycling facility.
• Acts as a City representative and main point of contact for on-site customer needs, concerns and emergencies.
• Assists Solid Waste Coordinator with outreach and education efforts such as tours, demonstrating equipment usage, wearing of recycling mascot uniform, etc.
• Maintains records and logs for recycling facility activity reports.
• Performs routine operator maintenance on assigned stationary and mobile equipment and performs manual labor tasks as assigned.
• Maintains a clean, orderly, organized, and safe public recycling facility.
• Physically loads, unloads, manipulates, and manages a variety of materials.
• Utilizes appropriate safety equipment and procedures.
• Identifies and reports maintenance and safety needs of equipment and facilities.
• Recognizes, avoids, and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents and injuries.
• Successfully complete 6-month probation period.
• Demonstrate proper use and care of all personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Demonstrates mastery of safe vehicle mounting, riding, dismounting, and guiding techniques for a rear load collection vehicle.
• Consistently demonstrates reliability and punctuality and follows through with tasks, completing them in a timely manner.
• Consistently demonstrates the willingness and ability to work as part of a team, supporting colleagues and contributing to group efforts.
• Consistently demonstrates the willingness and ability to learn new tasks and master various job requirements while maintaining professionalism and a positive, team-first attitude.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.
• Demonstrates an increasing knowledge of the City’s geography and proficiency to assist in at least two of the following operational areas within SWRD: commercial rear-load, residential green waste, and recycling center operations (Refuse Collector II).
• Demonstrates proficiency in correct and safe operation for servicing all containers used in rear-load operations, packing of the waste, and dumping of various rear load collection vehicles (Refuse Collector II).
• Demonstrates the willingness and ability to learn new skills for the betterment of the team, which may include basic welding and forklift operation (Refuse Collector II).
• Obtains a minimum Class B CDL (Refuse Collector III).
• Proficiently assists in all three of the following areas within SWRD: commercial rear-load, residential green waste, and recycling center operations (Refuse Collector III).
• Maintains proficiency in either basic welding, forklift operations, OR both (Refuse Collector III).
• Safely and efficiently performs duties as a Solid Waste Operator when needed (Refuse Collector III).

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance
• 2:1 match on retirement contribution
• Paid volunteer time off – 16 hours per year
• Vacation accrual starts at date of hire – up to 120 hours annually your first year
• Longevity pay on top of your regular pay after one full year
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Bilingual pay offered
• Professional and personal development training available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees