Solid Waste Collection Driver

Solid Waste Vehicle Operator

Under general supervision, the incumbent must exercise reasonable initiatives and independent judgment in ensuring that timely, efficient, and effective services are provided to departments, selecting work methods, and performing assigned tasks. Work is reviewed through oral and written reports, discussion, and results obtained. This position is responsible for work involving the operation of all vehicles in the Solid Waste Department.

The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Operates one or more of the following most of the workday on an assigned basis:
• Rear-end loading refuse trucks
• Front-end loading refuse trucks
• Automated side-loading refuse trucks
• Grappler trucks
• Container delivery trucks
• Pick-up trucks, some with automated lift gate
• Lawn maintenance equipment
• May occasionally perform the duties of a Refuse Collector.
• Washes, cleans and provides pre- and post-trip inspection of assigned equipment.
• Performs manual labor tasks as assigned, such as general debris clean-up and collection.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty or responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities; education and/or experience; and certificates or licenses required in order to fill the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of solid waste collection and delivery equipment.
• Knowledge of traffic rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of the operation of commercial vehicles requiring a Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Knowledge of hazards of operation and of appropriate safety rules and regulations.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and work independently in the performance of regular duties.
• Ability to read, understand and implement instructions.
• Ability to maintain detailed, written records.
• Ability to use City radio, routing maps, shovels, rakes and brooms.

• Graduation from high school or a GED from a properly accredited institution of learning.
• Three (3) years of experience in the operation of commercial vehicles requiring a Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B license.
• One (1) year experience in the operation of medium and heavy-duty refuse collection equipment or internal training completion and operation of city refuse collection equipment as temporary staffing.

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class B commercial driver's license and must be insurable by the City's current insurance provider.
• National Incident Management System (NIMS) training will be required according to the job duties and responsibilities within one (1) year of employment.

• This position is subject to FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse requirements and DOT-regulated drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion). A valid CDL and compliance with all FMCSA regulations is required.

• N/A

Code:

Constant = 2/3 or more of the time

Frequent = from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time

Occasional = up to 1/3 of the time

N/A = Not applicable

Physical Skills - Constant - Frequent - Occasional - N/A

Heavy lifting (45 lbs. and over) - X

Moderate lifting (15 to 44 lbs.) - X

Light lifting (under 15 lbs.) - X

Heavy carrying (45 lbs. and over) - X

Moderate carrying (14 to 44 lbs.) - X

Light carrying (under 15 lbs.) - X

Reaching above shoulder - X

Use of fingers - X

Both hands required - X

Climbing (use of legs and arms) - X

Climbing (legs only) - X

Good near vision - X

Good distant vision - X

Both eyes required - X

Depth perception - X

Distinguishing basic colors - X

Distinguishing shades of colors - X

Good hearing (with or without hearing aid) - X

Straight pulling - X

Pulling hand over hand - X

Pushing - X

Walking - X

Standing - X

Crawling - X

Kneeling - X

Bending - X

Balancing - X

Stooping - X

Jumping - X

Running - X

Throwing - X

Driving (cars, small vans, pick-ups, etc.) - X

Driving & operating (heavy equip., trucks, etc.) - X

Code: Constant = 2/3 or more of the time Frequent = from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time Occasional = up to 1/3 of the time N/A = Not applicable

Environmental Conditions - Constant - Frequent - Occasional - N/A

Work Inside - X

Work Outside - X

In the Heat - X

In the Cold - X

In High Humidity - X

In Dampness or Chilliness - X

In Dry Conditions - X

In or with Noisy Conditions - X

In Darkness - X

In or with Dusty Conditions - X

With Silica, Asbestos, etc. - X

With Fumes or Gases - X

With Smoke or Flames - X

With Chemicals - X

With Solvents - X

With Grease or Oils - X

With Radiant Energy - X

With Electrical Energy - X

On Slippery Surfaces - X

On Uneven Surfaces - X

In or With Moving Objects - X

In or With Ladders/Scaffolding - X

At Heights above Ground Level - X

Below Ground Level - X

In Water - X

With Poor Ventilation - X

With Odors - X

With Unusual Fatigue Factors - X