Sanitation Loader

Job Title

Solid Waste Collection Worker

Location

Ennis

Salary

$37,738.00 - $51,846.00 Annually

Job Type

Full-Time

Brief Description

Under general supervision, collects and removes solid waste and refuse, coordinates with Sanitation Drivers in performance of duties.

Essential Functions

Assists with vehicle inspections to ensure safe operation of City equipment and loads solid waste into department vehicles in the performance of assignment. Follows scheduled routes and safely navigates City streets while performing refuse and solid waste pickups and coordinates with Sanitation Drivers in completion of assigned route and assignments. Completes pre- and post-trip inspections of equipment; performs special assignments for refuse collection as directed by supervisor. Follows all safety regulations while riding with Sanitation Drivers and in loading and unloading waste and refuse from department vehicles. Performs refuse dumping at assigned locations and follows all TCEQ, OSHA, EPA, road, and safety regulations in performance of assignment and operation of equipment. Coordinates with landfill personnel for removal of waste and refuse in department equipment. Responds and interacts with public in completion of duties, answers questions, and assists with special refuse or waste assignments. Performs other duties as assigned. Has frequent contact with employees, citizens, local state, federal agencies, and other city departments. Ability to arrive to work on time and must maintain a regular and reliable level of attendance.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of routes, equipment and operating procedures of solid waste collection, recycling, and landfill operations.
• Knowledge of Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) & Environmental Protection Agency rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of management methods used in operation and maintenance of refuse collection services.
• Knowledge of refuse collection and recycling methods.
• City organization, operations, policies, and procedures.
• Using computers and software programs as necessary.
• Promoting and enforcing safe work practices.

Education, Experience, Certificates, and Licenses Required

High School diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of experience in manual labor, construction, or equivalent; OR Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. A Valid Class C Texas driver license and the ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Prescription coverage with generic prescriptions covered 100%.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Basic life insurance and Accidental death and dismemberment insurance equal to one­ times your annual salary up to a plan maximum of $250,000.
• Optional short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Retirement benefits through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 7 % employee contribution and a 2:1 City match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO), based on education level and prior years of similar work experience, earned on an accrual basis, and made available to you upon hire.
• 96 hours per year of individual catastrophic sick time off (ICS), for catastrophic illness.
• 12 (twelve) city-paid holidays.
• Gym membership - reimbursed up to $35 per month ($15 for membership and $20 if you attend 10 times a month).
• Cash awards for participation in the Wellness plan.
• $100 per year of service awarded annually as longevity pay, after the first full year of employment.
• Several optional, rich benefits which are fully competitive within the metroplex.

Address: 107 N Sherman St. Ennis, Texas, 75119

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