Sanitation Driver

Job TitleRefuse Collection WorkerJob DescriptionA successful candidate will play an active role in the City of College Park's existing operational success. The purpose of this position is to collect refuse throughout the City, which reflects a positive image of the Public Works Department and the City, and it ensures a clean and safe environment for all customers and citizens.Essential FunctionsIndependent judgment is required to identify, select and apply the most appropriate of available guidelines and procedures as well as interpret precedents. This position is responsible for collecting refuse throughout the City, which reflects a positive image of the Public Works Department and the City, and it ensures a clean and safe environment for all customers and citizens.Drives a rear-loading sanitation truck to collect contents of residential carts on assigned routes throughout the City.May participate as needed in refuse collection activities and truck cleaning.Performs routine maintenance checks on trucks and/or performs minor truck maintenance.Informs the Sanitation Superintendent of necessary repairs or problems.Ensures truck is properly cleaned, serviced, equipped, and in proper operating order before leaving on the route.Instructs new Sanitation Laborers in proper and safe refuse collection procedures.Performs other related duties as required.The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that logically relate to the position.Required Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of the geographical layout of City streets and roads and assigned truck routes.Knowledge of refuse collection procedures and City codes pertaining to refuse collections.Knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary to accomplish division objectives.Knowledge of traffic laws, rules, and the safety precautions necessary to accomplish division objectives.Skill in the safe operation of assigned vehicles, even under adverse weather and road conditions.Skill in identifying equipment problems and malfunctions.Skill in effective and clear oral and written communication.Skill in dealing appropriately with occasional hostile or irate customers.Ability to work independently.Ability to observe and follow necessary safety precautions in all areas of assignment.Ability to work well with co-workers and be courteous to the general publicExcellent oral and written communication skills, including presenting to groups and in a one-to-one setting.Pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing, stooping, kneeling, and crouching. (Must be able to exert up to 100 lbs.) and mobility on-premises necessary.Experience in communicating with diverse communities, and in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships.Ability to independently handle multiple work unit priorities and projects. Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures independently; use judgment and discretion to act when precedents do not exist.Ability to handle information of sensitive and confidential nature in the utmost professional manner.Effective analytical and decision-making skills. Excellent communication (oral and written), organizational, and time management skills. Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse constituents.Attention to detail and adaptability to a changing environment is extremely important as well as dependability.Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, initiative, resourcefulness, and personal accountability.Moderate physical activity. Requires handling objects of average-weight up to one hundred (100) pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.Note: In compliance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA), those functions of the job which are identified as essential are required to be performed with or without reasonable accommodations. Requests to facilitate the performance of essential functions will be given careful consideration.QualificationsHigh School diploma or equivalent.At least three (3) years of related experience; equivalent combination of education and experience.Must possess and maintain a valid State of Georgia (Class B) CDL license.Experience in communicating with diverse communities, and in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships.Proficiency in MS Office Suite, as well as knowledge and understanding of the organizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures.Extensive hours and weekends will be required at times.Pre-Employment screening is required: criminal background check and drug testing.BenefitsThe City of College Park offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including healthcare, dental care, vision care, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, pension, holidays, vacation, sick leave, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).