Sanitation Operator - Public Utilities Department - City of Fresno

Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board•Fresno, CA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, Sanitation Operators provide customers with convenient, cost‑effective collection services for green waste, refuse, and recyclables. Our purpose as an organization is to preserve the community’s environment by collecting and managing green waste, trash, and recyclable materials in a professional, safe, and efficient manner through teamwork, education, and high‑quality service. Sanitation Operators are responsible for collecting discarded waste materials, supporting community clean‑up activities, and completing all tasks in accordance with established delivery and collection schedules. They are expected to interact with the public in a courteous and respectful manner. Operators work independently in the field and exercise sound judgment consistent with established policies and procedures. There are currently two (2) vacancies in the Department of Public Utilities, Solid Waste Management Division. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period for up to a maximum of two years at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months.

Requirements

Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent GED completion
One (1) year of experience in the operation of construction, agricultural, or solid waste collection and related equipment; OR Two (2) years of experience operating a commercial vehicle which requires a Class B Driver’s License.
Possession of a valid Class B California Driver's License, without airbrake restriction, at time of application and maintain a valid Class B California Driver's License for the entire term of employment in this classification.
SUBMIT, AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION, A CURRENT COPY OF THEIR DRIVING RECORD FROM THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES (DMV) ISSUED NO LATER THAN 30 DAYS PRIOR TO SUBMITTING OF APPLICATION.

Nice To Haves

Strong customer service skills
Clean driving record
Safety-minded
Able to deal with the public in a positive and courteous manner
Class A California Driver's License

Responsibilities

Collecting discarded waste materials
Supporting community clean-up activities
Completing all tasks in accordance with established delivery and collection schedules
Interacting with the public in a courteous and respectful manner
Working independently in the field and exercising sound judgment consistent with established policies and procedures

Benefits

The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.
IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.
Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.
Accrue 8-14.66 hours per month.
Eight (8) hours per month, available after 90 days.
Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.
Provided through California SDI program.
$50 per month.
To reimburse retirement medical insurance.
City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.
DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program) : an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits includes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.