Solid Waste Equipment Operator Job at Sarasota County Government in Roanoke

Overview

The City of Roanoke is seeking a Solid Waste Equipment Operator to operate automated side loader, knuckle boom and/or packer truck depending on route assigned. The successful candidate will function as the primary point of contact with citizens concerning solid waste, recycling and bulk/brush issues. Drivers service over 900 residential and/or business locations per day. Customer service is essential. Must be able to read maps and logically plan the most efficient route. Must be knowledgeable about city code and policy requirements and be able to articulate and tactfully explain city policy/code requirements to citizens. Must be able to abate hydraulic spills and follow procedures if a chemical reaction occurs in the truck. Drivers are responsible for recording and reporting operation, maintenance and repairs needed to ensure equipment is operable; should be familiar with City safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards and safety precautions; Federal and state safety laws and regulations, including drug and alcohol testing guidelines for CDL; local and regional traffic patterns, road systems, and the locations of landmarks and buildings. Requires a high school diploma or general education degree (GED); possession of a valid commercial driver\'s license Class B with air brake; 2-3 years of experience as CDL A/B with experience in city driving making multiple stops and/or a route with multiple stops per day; experience in solid waste management preferred. ; 2-3 years of customer interaction experience required.

Responsibilities

• Drives and operates automated side loader, knuckle boom and/or packer truck depending on route assigned.
• Reads maps and plans the most efficient route; serves as the primary point of contact with citizens concerning solid waste, recycling and bulk/brush issues.
• Articulates and explains city policy/code requirements to citizens; abates hydraulic spills and follows procedures if a chemical reaction occurs in the truck.
• Records and reports operation, maintenance and repairs needed to keep equipment operable.
• Familiar with City safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards and safety precautions; and Federal and state safety laws and regulations, including CDL drug and alcohol testing guidelines.
• Maintains logs and checklists; supervises safety practices for the team as applicable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 2-3 years of experience with CDL A/B and city driving with multiple stops per day; experience in solid waste management preferred.
• Possession of a valid Class B CDL with air brake endorsement.
• 2-3 years of customer interaction experience required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• May supervise 1-2 sanitation workers in accordance with policies and laws; responsible for safety and customer interaction of sanitation workers.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or GED and two to three years\' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read documents such as maps, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with citizens and coworkers; experience in customer service.

Licenses

• Class B commercial driver\'s license with air brake endorsement issued by the state of Virginia.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to sit; use hands; reach with hands and arms; walk; climb; talk and hear. Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

• Outside weather conditions; exposure to moving mechanical parts and vibration; occasionally to wet/humid conditions and fumes or airborne particles; noise level usually loud.

Benefits

The City offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, paid leave, holidays, and various voluntary benefits. Details are provided within the city benefits documentation.