Sanitation Crew Supervisor (10/2026)

Solid Waste Collection Supervisor

This position supervises and participates in the collection of solid waste. Job duties consist of varied supervisory and administrative duties. Successful performance helps ensure the effective and efficient provision of services to customers. FLSA status is Non-Exempt.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this classification. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or logical assignments for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Specific duties listed may not be required for all positions in this classification, but are determined by the normal requirements for this particular position.

Operations Management Responsibilities (45%)
Supervises and coordinates solid waste collection activities.
Oversees and participates in the work of sanitation crews engaged in the collection of solid waste and yard waste.
Patrols the city to identify problem areas and coordinate appropriate responses.
Schedules work crews and prioritizes assignments.
Schedules and directs the maintenance repairs of vehicles.
Reviews reports completed by subordinate personnel; completes a variety of regular and special reports.

Personnel Management Responsibilities (25%)
Assists in orienting, training, assigning, directing, supervising, and evaluating department personnel; participates in the hiring process of department personnel.
Ensures work is performed in compliance with policies and procedures.
Reviews employee time and leave requests. Completes performance appraisals on subordinate personnel.

Public Relations & Other Related Duties (30%)
Provides information to citizens regarding sanitation policy and procedure.
Coordinates with citizens for special pick-ups.
Responds to citizens' complaints and concerns.
Performs other related duties as needed or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED is required. Three (3) years of job-related experience. Two (2) year of supervisory experience in municipal sanitation systems preferred. Must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older. Must possess and maintain a Class "A" Driver's license (or obtain within nine (9) months of employment).

Minimum Requirements To Perform Essential Job Functions

The following requirements are normal for this classification. Specific requirements may not apply to all positions within this classification but are determined by the normal requirements for the particular position. The following list was developed through job analysis; however, it is not exhaustive and other duties may be required and assigned.

Job duties typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching. Employees frequently lift light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell. Job duties are typically performed outdoors, occasionally in extreme or inclement weather. Employees are exposed to noise, dirt, dust, grease, irritating chemicals, and machinery with moving parts. Job duties require the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc. Job duties require the ability to deal with and relate to people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Job duties require the ability to talk, express, or exchange ideas by means of spoken words and/or hear and perceive the nature of sounds by ear. Job candidates must be able to adapt to and perform under moderate stress. Job duties require regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

City of Prattville employees are required to obtain knowledge of the City of Prattville Policies and Procedures, and knowledge of their specific department rules, policies, and procedures. This job description does not necessarily include all the duties which may be required of individual employees in the classification. Job descriptions may be revised as needed.

Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures, and relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Knowledge of work safety principles. Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs. Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of division equipment, tools, and vehicles. Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices. Skill in prioritizing, planning, organization, and decision making. Skill in management and supervision. Skill in oral and written communication. Skills in interpersonal relations. Skill in problem-solving. Ability to analyze a variety of situations and make sound judgments. Ability to multitask and be flexible with work schedule to accommodate special events or short-notice requests.

Supplemental Information:

Must provide proof of your legal right to work in the United States. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Must be able to lift 50 pounds repeatedly. Willing to work overtime. Willing to cooperate with the workload of the department. Willing to comply with City of Prattville rules and regulations. Must submit to drug screenings for this safety sensitive position. Must be familiar and able to effectively and efficiently utilize Microsoft Word and Excel, and any software programs utilized in coordination with the job. Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.

EEOC Commitment:

The City of Prattville is committed to maintaining equal employment opportunity by considering job applicants and employees for hiring and advancement on the basis of job-pertinent individual differences and not on the basis of extraneous factors such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetics, status as current or former uniformed service member, or any other classifications protected by law.

Benefits

The City of Prattville offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, sick, and holiday leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and short term disability insurance.

Benefits coverage is effective on the first day of the month following a 30 day waiting period for new hires. Late enrollees are subject to approval by the insurance company. Group Medical Benefits- Through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, benefits provide members with hospitalization, office visits, and Prescription drugs (Administered through Express Scripts). Family, 2 person and individual plans are available. Complete benefits information is available in the plan document. City of Prattville Health & Wellness Center -The City of Prattville offers an on-site wellness center to employees covered under the group health insurance plan. The Wellness Center offers convenient, co-pay free medical and prescription drug coverage for employees and their dependents. Group Life Insurance -all regular employees receive a life insurance policy. Employees with less than 10 years of service receive a $10,000 policy and employees with 10 years of service or more receive a $20,000 policy. Retirement -Through the Retirement Systems of Alabama, this benefit requires mandatory enrollment for all regular employees as of the first day of employment. Employees are classified as Tier I or Tier I (A) with the Retirement Systems of Alabama. The employee pays a percentage of all gross income specified by RSA. The City provides a matching amount determined by RSA. A Tier I employee is an employee who was a member of the Retirement Systems of Alabama prior to January 1, 2013. A Tier I employee may retire if he/she has 25 years of retirement service, or is age 60 with 10 years of service with the Retirement Systems of Alabama. (Regular Members 5% of earnable compensation; Full time, Certified Firefighters and Law Enforcement Officers 6% of earnable compensation.) A Tier I (A) employee is an employee who became a member of the Retirement Systems of Alabama after January 1, 2013, and by local resolution and Act 2019-32 by the Alabama Legislature became a Tier 1 employee. A Tier I (A) employee may retire if he/she has 25 years of retirement service, or is age 60 with 10 years of service with the Retirement Systems of Alabama. (Regular Members 7.5% of earnable compensation; Full time, Certified Firefighters and Law Enforcement Officers 8.5% of earnable compensation.) Deferred Compensation (457 Plans) -Voluntary participation allows the employee to lower taxable income, and pay tax on the deferred income in the year of distribution. The City has 457 Plans through Nationwide Retirement, AIG Valic Financial Advisors, RSA-1, and Alabama Deferred Compensation. The employee may contribute up to the current allowable limits. All regular employees are eligible on the first day of employment. Supplemental Insurance -Employees may obtain coverage for Dental, Cancer, Disability, Accident, and Life Insurance. The City of Prattville offers payroll deduction for supplemental insurance. The employee pays for all supplemental insurance coverage. You are eligible upon purchasing coverage and meeting eligibility requirements. Flex