Refuse Collector

Job Code: 81125 Salary Grade: 6 Hourly Salary: $17.68 FLSA: Nonexempt

This classification is safety sensitive subject to random drug testing in accordance with the Countys Drug & Alcohol Policy.

Essential Functions:

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar related or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Collects refuse along assigned route; rides on back of rear-loading sanitation truck; retrieves trash bin containers or bags from along route; empties trash bins and containers into truck; operates container arm lift and compactor mechanisms as needed; and returns bins and containers to their proper place.

Performs manual labor in support of other County operations as needed; lifts moves loads and unloads materials equipment tools furniture and supplies; digs ditches trenches and holes manually or utilizing power equipment; shovels rakes spreads compacts and levels dirt rock asphalt cement and other materials; performs grounds keeping functions; cleans buildings restrooms or other facilities; retrieves supplies materials tools equipment and other items and runs various errands as needed; collects and transports materials supplies tools and equipment to and from the worksite; and removes litter debris and deceased animals from roadways and other County property.

Assists in setting up special events/activities; installs erects or hangs holiday decorations; assists with traffic control during event; and assists with cleanup after events.

Follows established safety procedures; utilizes safety equipment and wears protective gear; monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; monitors traffic conditions surrounding trucks/equipment to identify obstructions pedestrians or unsafe traffic conditions; flags and directs traffic and places markers signs and cones around project/work site to ensure safety of crew and the traveling public; and reports any incidents accidents problems or unusual situations.

Operates a variety of machinery equipment and tools associated with department projects which may include a service truck pump probing rod tamper jack hammer lawn mower riding mower edger weed eater chipper/mulcher leaf blower sod cutter spreader tiller chain saw power saw hand saw concrete saw air compressor pickaxe sledgehammer rake post hole digger shovel hand tools measuring instruments or two-way radio.

Performs general cleaning and maintenance tasks necessary to keep equipment and tools in operable condition which may include inspecting equipment checking/replacing fluids refueling vehicles performing minor equipment repairs greasing equipment sharpening blades replacing parts washing/cleaning equipment or cleaning shop or work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; and reports faulty equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED preferred; previous work experience involving equipment operation or construction/maintenance work preferred; or any equivalent combination of education training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge skills and abilities for this job.

Specific License or Certification Required: None