Refuse Collector, (B272550-2), 202, Environmental & Solid Waste

City of Laredo • Laredo, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Refuse Collector removes garbage from residential areas and assists with proper disposal. The role empties containers into a garbage truck compactor, operates the truck’s hydraulic levers, checks sidewalks and curbs for cleanliness, and inspects carts for objects that could damage equipment. The employee also picks up trash and assists with street maintenance as needed. The position requires driving a City vehicle for City business, communicating effectively with staff, visitors, business contacts, and the public, following telephone courtesy rules, and performing other related duties as assigned.

The work is primarily outdoors and involves frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Duties may take place on streets near moving traffic, at construction sites, in vehicles, and sometimes in warehouses or confined spaces. The role includes frequent physical exertion, including lifting or moving objects with forces up to 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly. Local travel is often required; regional, national, and international travel are not required.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid Texas Driver License. Applicants with an out-of-state license must obtain a Texas license within six months of employment. A background check and certified school transcripts are required for applicants offered employment. Selected applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test; employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random drug and alcohol testing. The City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer and encourages applicants who support its inclusive goals. Employees must be able to function in a principle-based organization built on character and core values.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Hold a valid Texas Driver License; applicants with an out-of-state license must obtain a Texas Driver License within six months of employment.
• Have knowledge of machinery, equipment operation and maintenance, safety practices and requirements, and tractor operation.
• Be able to lift medium-weight objects and perform strenuous, routine work.
• Be able to take and follow directions from a supervisor.
• Be able to build and maintain effective working relationships and respond to general public complaints.
• Communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing in English or Spanish.
• Maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Maintain a good driving record and good health and physical condition sufficient to perform the duties.
• Comply with City of Laredo policies and procedures.
• Complete a background check and provide certified school transcripts if offered employment.
• Pass the required pre-employment drug and alcohol test; safety-sensitive employees are subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
• Be able to function in a principle-based organization built on character and core values.

Responsibilities

• Empty containers into the compactor on a garbage truck.
• Operate hydraulic levers located on the truck.
• Check sidewalks and curbs to ensure the area is clean.
• Inspect carts for objects that may damage equipment, such as dirt, iron, wood, or rocks.
• Pick up trash and assist with street maintenance activities as required.
• Maintain good communication with staff, visitors, and other business contacts.
• Follow telephone courtesy rules in telephone communications.
• Drive a City vehicle for City business use.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed