Solid Waste Collection

City of Great Falls • Great Falls MT 59404, MT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsibility for operation of refuse collection vehicles or other related equipment; general refuse collection involving brush pick up, etc. Work is performed under the general direction of a foreman or other supervisory personnel.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Class B Commercial Driver’s License with Air Brake Endorsement and other special licensure or equipment certifications as required.
• Must be registered with the FMCSA Clearinghouse.
• Substantial knowledge of the use of power and hand tools.
• Substantial knowledge of the operation of heavy motorized maintenance equipment and vehicles.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors and the general public.
• Must possess hand/eye coordination sufficient to operate power and hand tools, motorized construction and maintenance equipment and a motor vehicle; the ability to talk and hear in person, by telephone or two-way radio; and the ability to see and read instructions and reports.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in sanitation operations or two years of experience in street construction, maintenance and repair is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operates refuse collection vehicles to pick up refuse from residential and commercial customers; performs routine vehicle maintenance.
• Transports large commercial refuse containers to landfills for disposal.
• General maintenance duties related to refuse collection, disposal, recycling, etc.
• Responsible for daily per-trip inspections and weekly maintenance of vehicles (greasing and washing).
• Responsible for minor repairs and upkeep on containers.
• May operate trucks and heavy equipment in snow and ice removal, sanding operations and the hauling of materials to and from work sites.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED