Seasonal Senior Refuse Collector

Des Moines, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Distinguishing Features of the Class

Under general supervision to direct and participate in the collection of residential refuse on an assigned route. Work involves responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of the refuse truck. Work assignments are received from a section chief who reviews work through observation and investigation of customer complaints.

This position is a seasonal 8-month assignment during March through November.
Assigned work hours: 7:00 AM-3:30 PM Monday-Friday including some Saturdays and holidays.

Acceptable Experience and Training

Graduation from high school or possession of a GED; and
One (1) year experience in driving heavy commercial trucks.

Required Special Qualifications

Possession of a valid Iowa Class B commercial drivers license allowing the operation of vehicles with airbrakes.
Candidates for positions in this class must pass a post-employment offer background check physical examination and drug screen.

Please Note:If you possess an out-of-state Drivers License submittal of certified driving record is required. All records should be submitted to the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department; electronically to by fax to or by mail to 1551 E MLK Jr Pkwy Des Moines IA 50317by the application deadline date.

Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)

Inspects assigned refuse truck before use and reports any mechanical issues or other problems to a superior; operates truck during refuse collection activities.
Collects and empties garbage and refuse into proper collection containers; empties container into refuse truck; picks up other debris and places in truck.
Tags refuse not acceptable for collection to inform customers of proper disposal procedures.
Operates truck mechanisms used for loading compressing and dumping garbage and refuse.
Performs minor maintenance or repairs to trucks and other equipment as needed.
Cleans the refuse truck periodically.
Performs related work as required.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Distinguishing Features of the ClassUnder general supervision to direct and participate in the collection of residential refuse on an assigned route. Work involves responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of the refuse truck. Work assignments are received from a section chief who reviews...