Trash & Recycle Operator

City of Montrose•Montrose, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, picks up residential and commercial trash and recycling containers with automated mechanical operating trucking system on established and scheduled collection routes as assigned. Keeps equipment clean and in good working order. Learns and adheres to city safety standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); supplemented by specialized training in construction and maintenance technology of public streets.
Experience performing public works operations, construction and maintenance work in the assigned area of responsibility.
Current Colorado Class A or B Commercial Drivers license with acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

Entry - Traffic Control Flagger Certification within one (1) year.
Mid - Completion of CLTAP Roads Scholar I.
Senior - Completion of CLTAP Roads Scholar II.

Responsibilities

Drive automated sanitation/recycling collection truck four to five days per week collecting common trash and recyclable material from residential and commercial containers.
Deliver collected material to designated facilities in a timely and safe manner.
Repair and replace trash and recycling containers.
Provide comprehensive repair and replace information to supervisory personnel for tracking and budgeting.
Perform routine vehicle and equipment maintenance to include daily pre-trip and post vehicle inspections.
Keep equipment clean and in good working condition.
Provide customer service by answering inquiries and instruct citizens regarding proper disposal of solid waste and recyclable material in a professional, courteous and respectful manner.
Respond to service requests.
Communicate in a professional, courteous and respectful manner to customers as needed why garbage was not collected, such as unpaid bills, inclusion of items not permitted for handling or general disposal or failure to separate recyclables.
Operate small power equipment including pneumatic jackhammer, chainsaws, demo saws, and compactors.
Handle inquiries from and situations with members of the public in a professional, courteous and respectful manner.
Report complaints to supervisory personnel immediately.
Train lower level workers and seasonal employees.