SOLID WASTE OPERATOR

Summary: This position will operate several vehicles and equipment utilized in the collection and disposal of solid waste; collect solid waste on a specific commercial or residential route; deposit collected refuse and debris at the city landfill and ensure that collection vehicles are properly equipped and serviced for routes. Primary work schedule will be Monday through Friday 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM or 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM. As workload demands; may work as early as 5:00 AM and as late as 5:00 PM with some overtime Saturdays and holidays :The key duties for the Solid Waste Operator position include operating rear load automated side load front load roll-off hook-lift and bulk trucks as well as any other powered equipment used in the collection recycling and disposal of commercial and residential solid waste (trash recyclable materials and yard waste). The Solid Waste Operator is also responsible for assisting in routine maintenance of division vehicles equipment and facilities. Participates in the manual labor collection of waste and debris; lift and carry moderate to heavy waste materials for short durations of time. Other key responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness conducting daily preventive and routine maintenance checks of the assigned vehicles and equipment and providing leadership on assigned : Requires the ability to work holiday shifts and Saturday shifts as scheduled and the ability to withstand exposure to extreme and variable weather conditions. This position requires the possession of an appropriate valid Kansas Commercial Drivers Information:Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance: Various dependent on coverage levels available; FREE Well Care Clinic through LMH; other wellness benefits/perksPaid Time Off: 12 Vacation days 12 Sick days accrued per year; 2 days Personal Leave 10 Paid Holidays 12 Weeks Caregiver LeaveRetirement: Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS)