Sanitation Equipment Operator

City of Rocky Mount•Nc, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for operating assigned sanitation equipment in support of division operations. The Sanitation Route Coordinator assigns work in terms of general instructions. An incumbent in this position may be designated as SANITATION EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I, II or III dependent upon the qualification, experience and knowledge of the selected applicant. Operator may be required to work weekends and holidays as necessary. Normal work scheduled is Tuesday through Friday 6:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Requirements

Education equivalent to a high school degree is required.
Valid North Carolina CDL-B or higher driver's license.
Experience in the operation of automated/semi-automated side loading or rear loading trucks is preferred.
At least one year of MSW refuse collection or related solid waste collection I preferred.
Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the major duties of the position usually associated with one to three years' experience or service.
Considerable experience in the operation of motorized and hydraulic equipment.
Ability to perform continuous heavy manual work at a steady pace and under various weather conditions.
Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions.
Ability to perform routine lubrication procedures.
Ability to read and understand a map.
Possession of a valid North Carolina CDL-B driver’s license.
Ability to obtain a Class A License within 6 months of hire.
Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the major duties of the position usually associated with three years' experience or service.
Possession of a valid North Carolina CDL-A driver’s license.
Employee must be able to ride 8 to 10 hours in truck, getting in and out 50 to 80 times per day.
Knowledge of the City streets and geography.
Knowledge of division policies and procedures.
Knowledge of the operation, repair, and maintenance of assigned vehicles and equipment.
Knowledge of relevant federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
Skill in analyzing problems and identifying solutions.
Skill in establishing cooperative and productive working relationships.
Skill in performing mathematical calculations.
Skill in interpersonal relations.
Must be able to interact with citizens concerning proper garbage preparation for disposal.
Must be able to communicate verbally with co-workers, supervisors and the general public; follow verbal and written instructions and communicate using radios.
Visual acuity sufficient to operate a large motor vehicle in daylight and darkness in many varied service conditions.
Must be able to use hearing, vision, and smell for maintaining safety of all personnel.
Operation of side loading/rear loading trucks requires climbing in and out of the vehicle, prolonged sitting and operating levers as well as the use of mirrors and rear vision cameras.
Cleaning activities may require the operator to climb ladders or enter the body compartment of the truck.
Collection activities associated with the use of side-loading or rear loading vehicles includes handling medium to heavy weights and requires reaching, grasping, moving and lifting rollout carts/containers.
Operators may also be required to stoop, crouch, twist, toss, carry, bend and lift other residential solid waste/yard waste.
These activities may require team lifting of bulky, cumbersome materials or waste.
Collection of these materials involves short periods of sitting while driving as well as constant walking or standing.
Operators must be able to use two-way radios as well as hand tools.
Operator must be able to communicate verbally with co-workers, supervisors and the general public as well as follow written and verbal instructions.
Operator must be able to use hearing, vision and smell for maintaining the safety of all personnel.
The operator must have the visual acuity sufficient to operate all assigned vehicles in daylight and darkness in many varied service conditions.
Operator must be able to interact with citizens concerning proper preparation of materials for collection.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the operation of automated/semi-automated side loading or rear loading trucks is preferred.
At least one year of MSW refuse collection or related solid waste collection I preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate assigned sanitation equipment in support of division operations.
Operate semi-automated side loading or rear loading trucks to provide service, following division policies and schedules, to rollout carts, recycling carts or yard waste carts as well as other discarded materials which may involve collection/loading by hand in a safe and efficient manner.
Perform daily pre-trip and post trip inspections on all assigned equipment utilizing division forms to document vehicle conditions, to note any mechanical defects and to report mechanical problems to the maintenance coordinator for resolution.
Return completed inspection forms to the division office at the completion of each day's assigned route.
Operate the packer to pack and dump materials collected.
Maintain both interior and exterior vehicle cleanliness including all hidden compartments.
Accurately fill out daily route sheets for all routes serviced by use of semi-automated side loading or rear loading trucks to capture collection times, weights, routes assisted on, carts needing repairs and other data as needed.
Courteously inform the public of proper container use and collection rules utilizing courtesy cards when possible.
Inform proper supervisory personnel of collection problems which require resolution.
Maintain good working relationships with fellow employees.
Operator may be assigned to perform other related tasks as assigned.
Responsible for the safe operation of a variety of heavy equipment while performing different collection activities following equipment operation guidelines, traffic laws, City and division policies and procedures.
Communicate with residents, co-workers, supervisory personnel and other division personnel to resolve problems associated with assigned collection activities.
Accurately follow and fill out documentation associated with daily assigned collection tasks including but not limited to pre-trip/post-trip inspection forms, daily route sheets and other associated daily activity reports.
Operate Grab All/Knuckle Boom truck with skill and accuracy to perform collection of various solid Waste material through a defined route.
Operate a specialized dual drive fully automated truck on residential routes and collect residential solid waste or recyclables in 96-gallon carts at curbside on assigned routes according to established department procedures and schedules.
Dump the carts into a hopper on the right side of the truck utilizing a joystick, mechanical arm and cameras.
Operate equipment in a safe and proper manner to reduce accidental damage and extend equipment life.
Collect between 600 and 900 homes per day as a one-man crew.
Perform weekly lubrication per truck specifications.
Advise public of waste storage and collection rules as needed to correct problems and answer questions.
Operates assigned front end load truck to provide service to dumpsters at commercial and multi- family residential locations.
Checks fluid levels and air pressure and performs minor maintenance.
Operates a two-way radio to inform supervisors of collection problems.
Assists in the operation of the Transfer Station by operating assigned equipment.
Moves trailers into place to be loaded with solid waste or to be staged for pick up by contract hauler.
Assists the Heavy Equipment Operator as needed; maintains open floor space on the tipping floor.
Direct the unloading of trucks.
Monitors the delivery of hazardous materials.