- Salary
- $54k+/yr
- Location
- Garden City, GA, GA
- Education
- High School
- Closing date
- Yesterday
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
Need a change? We have an opportunity that will bring positive change to your life! Apply today to become a Refuse Truck Operator with the City of Savannah. As a Refuse Truck Operator, you will be responsible for the operation of a refuse collection truck, pan truck, dump truck and/or other assigned equipment.
Come join our team as we offer great pay, excellent benefits and career progression!
We look forward to having you onboard!
- Performs vehicle safety and operation checks before beginning route.
- Informs supervisors of any vehicle problems.
- Completes all pre-check forms.
- Drives a recycling truck on an assigned route.
- Directs staff on vehicles.
- Collects acceptable recyclables.
- Ensures that all carts are serviced and empty.
- Records carts not on curb; records damaged carts; records bulk item piles.
- Ensures that all litter routes are serviced maintaining the cleanliness of City streets, lanes & rights-of-way.
- Collect bulk items and special trash collections.
- Reports any violations of city codes to supervisor.
- Enforces safety regulations.
- Answers questions from customers.
- Collects animal carcasses.
- Contacts supervisor regarding injuries or accidents.
- Cleans and inspects vehicles at end of day.
- Completes daily reports and daily log.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
High school diploma or GED equivalent; with two (2) years of medium and/or heavy equipment operation and maintenance experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must possess and maintain a valid state Class B Commercial driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
This is a safety sensitive and critical workforce position.
Work Hours: Varies
Work Location: 1809 W US Hwy 80
Additional Requirements
Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.
- Knowledge of the safe and efficient operation of assigned refuse truck.
- Knowledge of department safety procedures.
- Knowledge of city streets and geography.
- Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work.
- Skill in the operation of refuse collection trucks.
- Skill in oral and written communication.