Sanitation Operator I

Job Title

Ensures trash, debris, yard-waste, recycling, etc. are collected and processed or disposed. Operates sanitation trucks and vehicles (front-end loader, bucket truck, rear loader, roll-off, compost grinder, and clamshell) and picks up waste, sorts recycling, oversees solid waste collectors, changes out containers, and moves refuse in the landfill.

The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

Collects, moves, or relocates trash, recycling, debris, yard-waste, refuse, etc. by operating trucks and vehicles; driving routes; and ensuring trash is collected regularly and is in its appropriate transfer station, compost site or recycling center.

Picks up and delivers dump and roll off containers by dropping off empty containers; picking up filled containers; loading trailers; and ensuring refuse is covered.

Drives truck and supervises inmates and solid waste collectors; train inmates.

Provides emergency response during severe weather (snow, floods, storms, etc.)

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED and two to four years of experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above

Certifications/Licenses

Valid Driver's License (CDL Class A) and acceptable driving record according to City criteria

Job Knowledge

Basic familiarity with the work to know common principles and terminology and to understand and solve simple problems.

Reading

Intermediate: Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias.

Writing

Basic: Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses.

Math

Basic: Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).

Communication Skills

Requires regular & routine interaction involving exchange and receipt of information.

Independence and Decision-Making

Normally performs job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. There is a choice of appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance reviewed periodically.

Technical Skills

Work requires a comprehensive, practical knowledge of a technical field with use of analytical judgment and decision-making abilities appropriate to the work environment of the organization.

Fiscal Responsibilities

No budgetary/fiscal responsibility.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Performs essentially the same work as those directed. Includes oversight of quality, training, instructing and scheduling work.

Physical Demands

Work requires heavy physical effort, exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.

Adequate vision, hearing and talking to drive and communicate effectively with others.

Constant need for fine dexterity.

Frequent walking, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, crouching, bending, twisting, climbing, balancing, and talking.

Occasional standing, walking and kneeling.

Rare need to handle paperwork or crawl.

Non-Physical Demands

Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time.

Regular and predictable attendance is expected.

May frequently be required to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and to work closely with others as part of a team.

May occasionally experience time pressure and irregular work schedule/overtime.

May rarely experience emergency situations and frequent change of task.

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software and Hardware

Typically operates sanitation trucks and vehicles, and equipment such as grinder, burn pit blower, hand tools, etc.; and any other equipment as appropriate or as assigned.

Work Environment

This work is typically performed outside, where there is daily exposure to respiratory and physical hazards, and noise and vibrations. There is constant exposure to mechanical and fire hazards, and physical danger or abuse. There is occasional exposure to explosives. There is seasonal exposure to extreme temperatures and wetness/humidity. There is rare exposure to chemical and electrical hazards and to communicable diseases. The employee is expected to use appropriate protective equipment for the assigned task (hard hat, safety vest, steel-toe shoes, eye and protection, gloves, etc.); and any other equipment as appropriate or as assigned.

Benefits

Accident Insurance: The City provides optional off the job accident insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides reimbursement for treatments associated with a wide array of accidents and injuries, and is available for immediate family members. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.

Annual Leave: Employees accrue annual leave hours based on the length of time they work for the City and their duty cycle. Hours are accrued on a semi monthly pay cycle. Employees are not eligible to use annual leave hours during their first six months of employment.

Critical Illness: The City provides optional critical illness insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides a lump sum benefit payment if an employee is diagnosed with a covered illness. Examples include heart attack, stroke, coronary atery by-pass surgery, and so on. Premiums are based on age and tobacco use. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.

Cancer Benefit: The City provides optional cancer insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides a benefit payment if an employee is diagnosed with cancer and provides a benefit during cancer treatments. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.

Deferred Compensation: The City of Danville offers a 457 plan to employees, which provides an opportunity to set aside a portion of your salary for retirement. Income taxes are not paid on the money your defer until you retire and start using it or leave the City. Enrollment in this plan is optional.

Dental Insurance: Employees have the opportunity to enroll in dental insurance through Delta Dental. There is an option of a Low PPO plan or a High PPO plan, and coverage is available for immediate family members. Employees pay the entire premium for this insurance through payroll deduction.

Direct Deposit: Employees have the option of having their paycheck directly deposited into your financial checking and/or savings account each pay period. Employees may select up to three accounts at the same or different financial institutions for direct deposit.

Disability Insurance: Employees are given the option of selecting Short-term and/or Long-term disability insurance programs through The Standard for protection in the event that they become disabled through a non-work related injury. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Employees and their dependent family members are eligible to use the City of Danville's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with Sentara Health. The EAP offers free and confidential counseling services to help employees and their dependants deal with serious problems in their lives such as family or marital disputes, problems with alcohol and/or drug abuse, emotional illness, financial or legal worries, or difficulties with stress on the job. In addition to counseling services, the EAP also provides free legal, financial, and Identity Theft guidance.

Employee Health and Wellness Center: Employees and eligible dependents have access to the CareTeam Health and Wellness Center, which offers high-quality convenient medical care for an extremely low cost- sometimes it is free! City employees have dedicated nurse practitioners that provides primary care, lab services, chronic disease management, health and wellness coaching, and a variety of other things.

Flexible Spending Account: Employees have the option of participating in the flexible spending account (FSA). The FSA allows employees to select a set amount of money to be withheld from their paychecks each pay period for a year to cover certain medical and child care expenses. This money is deducted before taxes are calculated. Money put into the FSA is accessible to the employee through a debit card or through reimbursement.

Health Insurance: The City of Danville is self-insured and offers medical and prescription drug coverage through Gateway Health. This coverage is offered to employees and their dependents. The City pays a portion of the health insurance premiums and the employee pays a portion. Employees have the choice between a traditional PPO plan and two high deductible plans (HDHP). HDHP have an option to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA).

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