Solid Waste Driver - Collections

Job Description

Solid Waste Driver - Collections | City of Watertown

Public Works; Solid Waste Division

Grade: 130

Starting Salary: Grade 130 / Step 1 = $50,606.40 per year or $4,217.20 per month, DOE

Daily Routes: 4-10’s; 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. w/ a ½ lunch; Monday through Thursday. The facility is open Monday through Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Human Resources Department PO Box 910, 20 N. Maple, Watertown, SD 57201

Application forms and complete position descriptions are available at City Hall, Human Resources Department or online at  .

POSITION SUMMARY

This position performs manual labor and equipment operation to assist with the collection of residential solid waste and recycling materials for the City.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be required and assigned.

1. Drives and operates a refuse collection vehicle to collect residential refuse/recycling/yard waste with automated trucks.
2. Completes assigned and scheduled route in a safe manner on time and without assistance.
3. Drives designated vehicle to designated disposal site, unloads, and returns directly to route.
4. Delivers polycarts and dumpsters to new residential and apartment complex customers. Picks up polycarts no longer in use.
5. Checks for damaged or abandoned garbage containers while on route.
6. Performs repairs and maintenance on containers/bins.  Assembles new containers.  Disassembles broken containers.
7. Receives and offloads containers shipments and reloads shipments being returned.
8. Safely operates assigned equipment. Ensures proper traffic control and safety procedures and devices are available and used for traffic control as needed during collection activities.
9. Cleans, lubricates, and performs preventive maintenance or repair on equipment.
10. Reports maintenance and/or repair needs which require mechanic assistance.
11. Completes work orders, daily activity reports, inspection reports, and time sheets; maintains maintenance and service records/logs, and other pertinent information.
12. Responds to customer complaints and/or concerns.  Advises supervisor(s) of complaints and/or concerns not resolved.
13. Cleans shop area, sweeps floors, replaces tools, maintains and repairs equipment and collects windblown refuse at the landfill and along roads.
14. Provides back up support and assistance to the department as needed.
15. Reports to work for after-hour needs, as assigned.
16. Consistent and punctual attendance for all scheduled shifts is required.          
17. Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• High School Diploma/equivalent with one (1) year experience operating trucks and heavy equipment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Welding/fabrication experience.
• Electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems experience.
• Valid Class B CDL without air brake restriction at time of hire.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
• Ability to obtain valid Class B CDL without air brake restriction within 6 months of hire.
• First Aid and CPR certification upon hire.

Veteran’s preference points are acknowledged in the City’s hiring process.

The City of Watertown’s Personnel Policy, including the City’s policy on Nepotism, can be obtained at the City Finance Office or on our website at

The City of Watertown does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. We are an equal employment opportunity employer.

Human Resources Office
WATERTOWN, SOUTH DAKOTA