Refuse Collector

City Of Douglasville•Douglasville, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Refuse Collector performs manual work of a routine nature that involves heavy physical labor as a member of a sanitation crew. This role is responsible for maneuvering and positioning garbage carts, loading refuse, yard waste, and approved bulk or special materials into sanitation trucks using manual methods or mechanized equipment. The collector also cleans debris from collection sites and completes assigned routes in accordance with daily schedules and safety procedures. Additionally, the Refuse Collector rides on or assists the sanitation truck during assigned routes, supporting the driver with navigation, safe operations, and efficient route completion. They respond courteously to basic customer questions related to collection services when encountered. The role may involve operating non-CDL equipment, including boom or mechanized collection attachments, and assisting with special refuse, appliance, or oil collection activities. Cleaning sanitation trucks and related equipment is also a key responsibility to maintain operational readiness and safety. The Refuse Collector provides support at City facilities, parks, and community events, assisting with setup, cleanup, or related services. They may also assist the Maintenance Department, Keeping Douglasville Beautiful, or other City divisions with labor support tasks. Guidance or on-the-job instruction to new employees may be provided. This position may require working after hours, weekends, or special events based on operational needs.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Valid State of Georgia Driver’s License
Willing to obtain Flaggers License Within six (6) months of hire
Willing to obtain CPR certification within three (3) months of hire
Ability to interpret instructions and efficiently carry them out with minimal supervision
Ability to perform heavy manual labor
Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with residential customers and the general public
Ability to follow necessary safety precautions in all areas of assignment

Responsibilities

Maneuvers and positions garbage carts
Loads refuse, yard waste, and approved bulk or special materials into sanitation trucks using manual methods or mechanized equipment
Cleans debris from collection sites
Completes assigned routes in accordance with daily schedules and safety procedures
Rides on or assists the sanitation truck during assigned routes
Supports the driver with navigation, safe operations, and efficient route completion
Responds courteously to basic customer questions related to collection services when encountered
Operates non-CDL equipment, including boom or mechanized collection attachments, as assigned
Assists with special refuse, appliance, or oil collection activities as directed by supervision
Cleans sanitation trucks and related equipment as instructed to maintain operational readiness and safety
Provides refuse collection support at City facilities, parks, and community events
Assists with event setup, cleanup, or related services as needed
Assists the Maintenance Department, Keeping Douglasville Beautiful, or other City divisions with labor support tasks as assigned
May provide guidance or on-the-job instruction to new or less experienced employees related to assigned equipment or route procedures, when directed
May be required to work after hours, weekends, or special events based on operational needs
Performs other related duties as required