Refuse Collector

City of Hanford•Hanford, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Hanford is seeking to fill one (1) vacancy in the Public Works Department - Refuse Division. This position is to perform semi-skilled tasks in the collection of residential and commercial refuse; to operate manual or automated refuse collection equipment; and to provide technical support to an assigned supervisor. A current DMV driver's record (less than one-month-old) MUST be submitted with a completed City application.

Requirements

Methods and techniques of manual and automated refuse collection.
Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and rules.
Safe work practices.
Tools and equipment used in basic equipment maintenance.
Operate an automated or manual refuse collection truck on an assigned route.
On a continuous basis, know and understand maintenance activities and observe safety rules.
Intermittently, analyze problem equipment; identify safety hazards; locate equipment; interpret work orders; remember how to operate equipment; and explain jobs to other employees.
Intermittently, sit while driving a piece of equipment; stand and walk while performing maintenance activities; bend and twist to adjust equipment; kneel and squat to review work; climb up on to heavy equipment to test or inspect systems; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; lift or carry weight of 50 pounds or less, and occasionally exert up to 100 pounds of force.
Safely operate tools and equipment used in the course of work.
Perform routine maintenance on refuse collection equipment.
Use sound judgment in recognizing scope of authority.
Operate and use modern office equipment including computers and applicable software.
Maintain regular attendance and adhere to prescribed work schedule to conduct job responsibilities.
Utilize appropriate safety procedures and practices for assigned duties.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Relate effectively with people of various academic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds using tact, diplomacy, and courtesy.
Establish and maintain effective, cooperative, and collaborative working relationships with others.
Two years of responsible refuse collection experience.
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
Possession of a current, valid California Class B driver's license with air brake endorsement.

Responsibilities

Drive an automated or manual refuse collection truck on an assigned route.
Conduct pre- and post-trip Zonar inspections of refuse trucks.
Properly dispose of biohazardous, infectious, and chemical waste or material.
Climb on truck to loosen items blocking mechanism, utilizing appropriate equipment and safety procedures.
Wash, clean, and service truck and equipment as needed.
Report unsatisfactory refuse containers, ordinance infractions, or broken or damaged equipment, log additional charges or fees.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
Foster an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
Be an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.
Perform related duties as assigned.