Sanitation Worker IV

City of Ocala•Fl 34471, FL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a highly skilled driving and operating function involving the daily use of a heavy multi-axle diesel-powered truck with complex electrical and hydraulic controls. The role requires safe operation of a fully automated side-loading diesel-powered garbage truck for emptying carts from business and residential establishments. The position involves using good judgment to safely position the vehicle and manipulate hydraulic equipment, performing daily cleaning of the truck, and conducting lubrication and maintenance services. Daily safety inspections and record-keeping are also key responsibilities. The role requires manual dexterity for operating hydraulic equipment and the ability to detect malfunctions and hazards. Participation in employee development, training, and assisting in training other employees is expected. Unscheduled overtime may be required.

Requirements

Minimum two years experience in the operation and driving of a heavy multi-axle diesel powered truck.
One year experience in the operation of a refuse packer truck with hydraulic functions.
Must be able to read and write.
Must possess a valid Class "B" Commercial Driver's License and maintain a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier.
Must be able to comprehend, record and complete route reports and work orders.
Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
Must be able to speak clearly and concisely and confirm receipt of direction for radio communications.
Ability to work with a minimum of supervision using independent judgment in the field.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the employees and the public as necessitated by the work.
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
Must possess considerable knowledge of the principles of operation of packer type refuse collection trucks and large trucks equipped with hydraulic packing and hoist equipment.
Must be able to operate a standard shift vehicle.
Must possess considerable knowledge of traffic ordinances and regulations governing heavy-duty equipment.
Must possess geographical knowledge of Ocala.
Must be able to operate vehicle safely for both day and evening driving.
Must have the ability to avoid accidents caused by carelessness.
Ability to detect needed repairs and to make minor operating adjustments on solid waste equipment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Previous experience in the operation of a front-end loader and clamshell truck is preferred.
An equivalent combination of training, education, and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Safely drives and operates a fully automated side-loading diesel powered garbage truck.
Uses complex electrical and hydraulic controls to complete the workload safely.
Safely positions vehicle and manipulates hydraulic equipment in servicing residential and neighborhood carts.
Prevents truck from being illegally overloaded.
Responsible for the daily cleaning of the truck, both inside and outside.
Shovels and physically removes debris, requiring physical strength to lift and shovel a minimum of 50 pounds.
Performs lubrication and maintenance service to truck and body.
Responsible for the daily safety inspections of assigned vehicle and required CDL inspections.
Maintains daily records and reports all problems encountered with condition of truck and carts to supervisor and Fleet Management personnel.
Assembles wheeled collection carts for delivery to customers and repairs carts as needed.
Operates a sanitation packer truck as needed.
Operates a clamshell truck as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Willingly participates in employee development and other in-service training and safety courses as assigned.
Assists in training employees in safe and efficient operation of vehicles and equipment.
Assists in training employee on various residential collection routes.