Sanitation Crew Leader I

City of Greenville • Greenville, NC

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About The Position

The City of Greenville's Fleet Services Department is seeking a Sanitation Crew Leader I to serve on a sanitation crew and safely and efficiently operate assigned heavy equipment used to collect solid waste. The position is classified as non-exempt under the FLSA.

The role operates mechanical side-loading and rear-loading packer trucks on designated routes and operates other assigned equipment as needed. Depending on route configuration and operational needs, the employee works independently or with crew members, leads and assists collection crews, cleans equipment after tasks, and assists the supervisor with heavy equipment operations. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Either a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of experience operating various light- to heavy-duty vehicles and equipment, or the ability to read and write sufficiently to complete required tasks and at least five years of experience operating various light- to heavy-duty vehicles and equipment.
• Valid North Carolina Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and an acceptable driving record at the time of hire.
• Knowledge of state and local laws pertaining to equipment operation on highways.
• Knowledge of traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in equipment operations.
• Knowledge of hazards, safety rules, and precautions involved in operating sanitation vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment operations used in solid waste collection and the geographic layout of the City.
• Skill in safely operating assigned trucks and equipment and completing minor adjustments and repairs to assigned equipment.
• Ability to manage one's own time and others' time efficiently; direct assigned crew members; and prepare simple records.
• Ability to perform strenuous work requiring good physical condition and meet the mental and physical demands of the job.
• Ability to work in varied weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate courteously with the public on sensitive sanitation matters and maintain effective working relationships with the public and other employees.
• Ability to operate assigned navigation equipment and read and follow road maps.
• Ability to clean equipment using appropriate materials, including a high-pressure hose when needed.
• Ability to work cooperatively with City officials, other employees, and the general public, and to work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.

Nice To Haves

• Prior supervisory or crew leader experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate a mechanical side-loading packer truck to collect solid waste on designated streets and alleys.
• Operate a rear-loading packer truck to collect uncontained refuse in a designated area.
• Operate other assigned equipment as needed.
• Work independently or with assigned crew members depending on route configuration and operational needs.
• Lead and assist collection crews.
• Clean equipment after completing tasks.
• Assist the supervisor with heavy equipment operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

What This Job Offers

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