Trades Worker (Solid Waste)

Arlington County VA•Arlington, VA

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Arlington County’s Department of Environmental Services (DES) is seeking an experienced Trades Worker to join their team in the operations section of the Solid Waste Bureau (SWB). SWB provides recycling, composting, and cleanliness services for the County. Employees will be required to operate various types of equipment and both commercial and non-commercial vehicles to provide services.

Requirements

Six (6) months' experience performing general labor functions.
Possession of a valid driver’s license.
Must authorize Arlington County to obtain, or provide a copy of the applicant's official state/district driving record.
If a CDL driver, grant access to the applicant’s record in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.
Pass a pre-employment drug screening.
Follow all applicable Federal, State, and County safety requirements when performing all duties.

Nice To Haves

Experience in local government operations, especially in recycling, composting, trash collection, and cleanliness services.
Strong critical thinking and interpersonal skills for effective problem-solving and communication with customers and team members.
Valid CDL.
Experience operating a rear loader trash truck.
Experience performing landscaping functions.
Ability to obtain a Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within one (1) year of hire date.

Responsibilities

Performing litter and illegal dumping control, bus shelter cleaning, graffiti removal, and general cleanliness services in the County.
Recording time and entering data of daily tasks completed into department tracking software via an electronic tablet.
Operating a standard pick-up truck (with and without a 6-12 foot trailer), a commercial rear loader trash truck for collecting street cans, and/or other specialized commercial vehicles and equipment.
Operating small to medium-sized dump trucks for hauling materials.
Reading a map and operating a GPS unit to navigate to various locations throughout Arlington County.
Operating a leaf vacuum collection truck during leaf season.
Operating micro-equipment such as a mini-sweeper and mini-tractor.
Operating small engine equipment such as a leaf blower, lawn mower, and power washer.
Providing support during snow events or other County emergencies.