Sanitation Driver II - Automated Trash Collection

Sanitation Driver II

The City of Asheville is excited to hire a Sanitation Driver II within the Public Works Department, Sanitation Division. The purpose of this position is to operate heavy motorized equipment used in the solid waste/sanitation collection industry. Candidates must have a valid NC Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B or A, to be considered.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operates a variety of heavy motorized equipment used in the sanitation industry and public works operations, including automated side loader, knuckleboom, and rear packer, in the collection of trash and brush along specified routes. May also operate other heavy motorized equipment, including forklift or snow plow as needed.

Performs pre- and post-trip inspections and routine preventive maintenance on equipment, such as checking and filling fluid levels and greasing as necessary.

Inspects equipment daily and reports need for repairs; assists in repair work.

Maintains clean vehicle and parking area.

Trains less experienced operators in the operation of sanitation equipment.

Documents, collects, and provides daily paperwork and information to supervisor, including weight tickets and inspection reports.

Provides excellent customer service to City residents.

Performs a variety of manual or semi-skilled labor when needed for the Sanitation Division and Public Works Department.

Supplemental Functions:

• Performs all positional work functions in the Sanitation Division as needed.
• Performs related work as required.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent with at least one year of heavy equipment experience, with solid waste collection equipment preferred. Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education may be considered.

Licensing and Certifications:

Valid North Carolina Commercial Driver's License (Class A or B).

Knowledge:

• Advanced knowledge of procedures and practices to analyze and resolve unusual or difficult problems.

Skills:

• Ability to read and understand basic workplace data, such as simple forms, tables, graphs, schedules, etc.
• Ability to conduct research of existing, internal policies and procedures
• Ability to think creatively in all areas for the purpose of increasing efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written form.
• Ability to research program documents and narrative materials, and develop reports from information gathered.
• Ability to analyze situations to pinpoint problems and assist with solving problems or identifying sources of obstacles.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships as required by work assignments.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to analyze and interpret policy and procedural guidelines and to apply this understanding to tasks.