2026-B Sanitation Crew Supervisor (10/2026)

City of Prattville•Prattville Sanitation Department, AL

About The Position

The Sanitation Crew Supervisor supervises and participates in solid waste and yard waste collection. The role combines operational oversight with personnel management, administrative responsibilities, and public relations to support effective and efficient sanitation services for customers. This is a non-exempt position with the City of Prattville. The supervisor coordinates collection activities, schedules crews and assignments, oversees vehicle maintenance and repairs, patrols the city to identify service issues, and reviews or prepares reports. The role also assists with hiring, training, directing, and evaluating staff; ensures compliance with policies and procedures; and handles employee time and leave requests and performance appraisals. The supervisor provides sanitation information to citizens, arranges special pickups, responds to complaints and concerns, and performs other related duties as needed. Work is typically outdoors and may occur in extreme or inclement weather. The position involves exposure to noise, dirt, dust, grease, irritating chemicals, and moving machinery, and requires protective equipment. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three years of job-related experience.
At least 21 years of age.
Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Possess and maintain a Class A driver's license, or obtain one within nine months of employment.
Provide proof of legal authorization to work in the United States.
Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly.
Ability to work overtime and cooperate with department workload demands.
Ability to comply with City of Prattville rules and regulations and submit to drug screenings for this safety-sensitive position.
Familiarity with and ability to effectively use Microsoft Word, Excel, and software programs used in coordination with the job.
Knowledge of city and department policies and procedures, relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations, work safety principles, computers and job-related software, division equipment and vehicles, and supervisory principles and practices.
Skills in prioritizing, planning, organization, decision-making, management, supervision, oral and written communication, interpersonal relations, and problem-solving.
Ability to analyze situations and make sound judgments, multitask, and adjust work schedules for special events or short-notice requests.
Ability to perform duties involving intermittent sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching; frequently lift light and heavy objects; climb ladders; use tools or equipment requiring dexterity; distinguish shades of color; and use the sense of smell.
Ability to communicate and interact with others, speak and exchange ideas, and hear and perceive sounds.
Ability to adapt to and perform under moderate stress.
Regular and punctual attendance consistent with applicable standards.

Nice To Haves

Two years of supervisory experience in municipal sanitation systems.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate solid waste collection activities.
Oversee and participate in sanitation crews’ collection of solid waste and yard waste.
Patrol the city to identify problem areas and coordinate appropriate responses.
Schedule work crews and prioritize assignments.
Schedule and direct maintenance repairs of vehicles.
Review reports completed by subordinate personnel and complete regular and special reports.
Assist with orienting, training, assigning, directing, supervising, and evaluating department personnel.
Participate in the department personnel hiring process.
Ensure work is performed in compliance with policies and procedures.
Review employee time and leave requests.
Complete performance appraisals for subordinate personnel.
Provide citizens with information about sanitation policies and procedures.
Coordinate special pickups with citizens and respond to complaints and concerns.
Perform other related duties as needed or assigned.