REFUSE SERVICE OPERATOR II

Job Title

Employees in this classification perform skilled work in the operation of commercial/residential refuse and recycling vehicles and equipment.

Essential Job Duties

• Operates refuse and recycling collection equipment safely and efficiently in the collection of containers of refuse, garbage, trash, and or recycling material.
• Provides service to commercial and residential customers as directed and according to established/assigned collection route.
• Lifts and loads refuse, trash, discarded equipment, and household items.
• Reports equipment operational deficiencies for prompt repair/maintenance.
• Performs minor adjustments to equipment within the scope of abilities as necessary.
• Requires regular attendance to scheduled work shifts.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Substantial knowledge/skill in the principles and methods of operating assigned equipment.
• Ability to determine address locations.
• Working knowledge of safety rules and requirements.
• Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment and to check operating defects.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate with co-workers, management, citizens, and others in a courteous and professional manner.
• Conforms with and abides by all departmental and City regulations, policies, work procedures, and instructions.
• Qualified to operate two (2) of the following types of vehicles (at time of hire or auto progression during employment):
  1. Garbage or Recycling Side Loader*
  2. Commercial Garbage Front Loader*
  3. Bulk Trash Grappling Truck*

Minimum Acceptable Education, Training & Experience

High school diploma or GED equivalent with demonstrated safe driving record. Must hold a State of Florida Class B Driver's License with Air Brake Endorsement.

Preferred

Six (6) months experience in the operation of residential/commercial refuse collection equipment.