Solid Waste Collection Operator

City of Olathe•Waynesboro, VA

8d•$24 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Olathe is seeking a Commercial Solid Waste Collection Operator to join their Solid Waste Division. This role involves commercial front-load dumpster collection, operating large trucks, and making a positive environmental impact. The City of Olathe's Solid Waste Division is recognized for excellence in customer service and operational performance, with a culture focused on Customer Service, Teamwork, Learning, Communication, and Leadership through Service. They offer a supportive and empowered workplace with investment in employees through paid training and professional development.

Requirements

A Kansas Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is required.
A class B commercial driver’s license with air-brake endorsement and favorable driving record are required.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
One year of related experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

One year of related experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs the activities and operations of the assigned solid waste collection work group by the collection of residential, commercial, curbside recycling and bulky item refuse.
Picks up material which may be by automated, semi-automated or manual methods.
Performs skilled refuse equipment operation and routine maintenance of equipment.
Adheres to all safe work practices, safety procedures and safety regulations.
Prepares refuse collection equipment for daily operations by conducting pre-operations inspection, routine maintenance and cleaning of the equipment, ensuring proper working condition.
Ensures that the equipment and vehicles associated with the division are operated in compliance with Federal, State and local codes, ordinances and regulations.
Completes daily route assignments and transports refuse to the Solid Waste Transfer Station or approved disposal, recycling, or composting facility as directed.
Completes daily reports and related documentation and correspondence for operations within the area of responsibility.
Cooperates with immediate supervisors to ensure customer service requests are resolved, responding to public inquiries in a courteous manner, providing information within the area of assignment and resolving complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
Takes a role in implementing the safety culture of the division; ensures adherence to safe work practices, procedures and compliance with Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.