Refuse Laborer
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Job Location:
New Haven, CT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
16 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Introduction
Join our team in this vital role! This is heavy manual work in collecting garbage and refuse. Work involves performing heavy manual work in the collection of garbage refuse trash and recycling on residential routes. Work is performed as a member of a crew under close supervision.
Work is typically 40 hours per week with a 5:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. shift.
Work is typically 40 hours per week with a 5:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. shift.
Candidate must have a CDL at time of application.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Picks up and carries medium to large-sized containers in front of houses on an established route; picks up trash in other areas as directed.
- Dumps container into truck ensuring that all refuse is deposited in the truck; cleans area around truck and container; returns empty container to its proper place.
- Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE EXPERIENCE SKILLS & ABILITIES
Any combination of training and experience which provides the following knowledge abilities and skills:
- Some knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions of the work.
- Some knowledge of the operation and minor maintenance of garbage trucks.
- Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and other employees and to deal with the public in a pleasant courteous and tactful manner.
- Physical strength sufficient to lift and carry heavy objects over a long distance under adverse weather conditions.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Mustpossess and maintain a valid Connecticut Commercial Drivers License (CDL) at time of application.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
- Requires the ability to perform physically demanding work in varying weather conditions for extended periods of time in and around vehicular traffic.
- Works among heavy machinery dangerous / sharp objects.
- May be exposed to slippery wet or icy conditions.
- Exposure to noisy environments.
- Additional hazards not listed here may be encountered.
SALARY BARGAINING UNIT & TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
This is aGeneral Fundnon-tested position.
This position is included in a collective bargaining agreement withLocal 424 Unit 34 United Public Service Employees Union.
Bargaining agreements available to reviewHERE.
Hires into this class shall not be covered by Social Security but instead will contribute 9% of pay to the City pension.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of: (1) a pre-employment background check (2) a pre-employment physical examination including pre-employment drug screening in accordance with the Citys Drug Free Workplace Policy* and (3) a 120-day probationary period. Instructions and information on this pre-employment process are included in Conditional Offer of Employment.
Persons with a job required CDL are subject to random drug screenings and must meet all Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse requirements. This may include registering with the Clearinghouse and consenting for the City to perform a limited and/or full query as defined by the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.
Pursuant to the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 The City of New Haven has a adopted a Drug Free Workplace Policy. The City of New Haven requires a pre-employment drug test which includes screening for marijuana.Selection Plan
Applications will be reviewed by the Department of Human Resources. Applicants must demonstrate that they meet theminimum requirementsas listed within the job description; failure to do so may result in disqualification.
It is critical that you complete the application thoroughly as the information you provide will be used to determine if you are eligible to move forward in the selection process.Your application and resume should indicate that you meet the minimum requirements as listed.Submissions may be evaluated prior to a posted closing date and a hiring decision may be made prior to the removal of the job posting.
Please note that the only method of communication with applicants for this position will be by email. You must provide a valid working email address and you will need to monitor your email including spam/junk folders for correspondence from the New Haven Human Resources Department.
Conclusion
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