Qureos Mentor

City of Largo, FL

<div>Please note that applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 pm ET on the day prior to the close date listed on the job posting.
Mission: Provide Superior Services that Inspire Community Pride
Vision: To be the Community of Choice in Tampa Bay
Values: Integrity, Collaboration, Passion, Creativity
Largo's commitment to a High Performance Organization (HPO) model builds a flexible and resilient organization that intentionally builds leadership capacity at all levels of the organization.
CITY OF LARGO ... Naturally A Great Place to Work!
Closing:
04/19/2026
Salary:
$16.94 hourly rate
Job Summary:
This is specialized customer service work requiring knowledge of solid waste maintenance and collection procedures. Work requires the exercise of independent judgment following established rules and policies under the supervision of a Manager.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
All employees share components of leadership, management, technical, and team skills to assist in making the City of Largo the community of choice in Tampa Bay.
Leadership<ul><li>
Demonstrates an understanding and reflection of the City&rsquo;s mission, vision, and values and a commitment to achieve organizational goals aligned with the City&rsquo;s strategic plan</li><li>
Champions a high-performance work culture that encourages and embraces new ideas, develops individuals and welcomes and encourages diverse perspectives</li><li>
Articulates strategic and innovative thinking and provides clarity to deliver superior services</li><li>
Approaches the job with enthusiasm and curiosity to promote a solutions-oriented work culture</li></ul>
Management<ul><li>
Effectively manages assignments and priorities to ensure the fulfillment of projects, tasks, and responsibilities</li><li>
Follows suggested procedures to ensure the highest standards of risk management, employee safety, and risk avoidance</li></ul>
Technical<ul><li>
Delivers new waste containers and information brochures to newly annexed customers</li><li>
Delivers and repairs automated waste cans; stocks and keeps inventory of automated waste cans and associated parts</li><li>
Collects recyclables; delivers recycle bins; keeps inventory of recycle bins</li><li>
Keeps accurate records of new waste container and recycling cart deliveries using handheld Radio Frequency Identification Devices (RFID) and barcode scanners</li><li>
Collects mini-route refuse and recyclables</li><li>
Communicates with new and current customers in a friendly and professional manner</li><li>
Daily debris removal from drop-off recycling centers</li><li>
Properly disposes of dead animals</li><li>
Cleans up oil spills appropriately</li><li>
Delivers informational handouts to residential homes and businesses</li><li>
May paint containers</li><li>
Reports violations of refuse rules and regulations to supervisor; carries out instructions of supervisor</li><li>
Traffic control for drivers when backing up</li></ul>
Team Skills<ul><li>
Supports honest and transparent decision-making</li><li>
Collaborates with all team members in a way that builds upon ideas and takes personal accountability and ownership of projects, roles, and assignments</li><li>
Openly exhibits a positive attitude, in words and action, and encourages others to do the same</li></ul>
Performs related work as required.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE STATUS: As a condition of employment, City of Largo employees will be required to work as directed during an undeclared and/or a declared emergency. All employees are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the official job description.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:<ul><li>
High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) and one year of experience in the operation of light automotive equipment and related equipment or an equivalent combination of training and experience</li><li>
Valid Driver's License</li></ul>
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:<ul><li>
Knowledge of traffic rules and regulations</li><li>
Knowledge of the operation of light automotive equipment</li><li>
Knowledge of the hazards of operation and appropriate safety rules and regulations</li><li>
Ability to operate hand-held computer devices</li><li>
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instruction and to work independently in the performance of regular duties</li><li>
Ability to develop and maintain a communication system with the driver for safe backing procedures</li></ul>
WORK ENVIRONMENT &amp; PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work Environment: 5% inside a climate-controlled building; 95% outside.
Physical Requirements: The essential functions of the job require sitting approximately one (1) hour per day, standing approximately three (3) hours per day, and walking approximately four (4) hours per day. The work requires frequent: bending/stooping, climbing, crawling, fine manipulations, grasping, kneeling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, lifting/carrying objects weighing up to 44 pounds, occasionally lifting/carrying objects weighing 45 pounds and over.
Sensory Requirements: Hearing: Ability to understand what others are saying in normal conversation in person, on the radio, and moving vehicles. Speaking: Ability to communicate orally with others in person, on the radio, and help customers. Seeing: Ability to complete the tasks of solid waste customer service specialist.
Driving Requirements: The work requires frequent driving and possession of a valid Florida Class &quot;E&quot; Driver's License. Possessing a valid Florida Class &quot;B&quot; Commercial Driver's License or higher would benefit this position.
Technology: The work requires the ability to operate telephones, smartphones, tablets, photocopiers, printers, desktop and laptop computers, calculators, and all associated software.
Tools: The work requires proficiency with hand tools, electric hand tools, brooms, shovels, pitchforks, radios, and handheld computer devices.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
No - DRUG TESTING (Safety Sensitive)
No - CHILDCARE FINGERPRINTING
No - CREDIT CHECK
No - FDLE AND CJSTC SECURITY CLEARANCE: As mandated by the FDLE, CJSTC, and the Largo Police Department, this position may be subject to additional security clearances due to access to the police department facility or police department's electronic data.</div>
 <div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">About Us</h3><div></div><div><div><div><div>
The City of Largo is an exceptional place to work and live! As the third largest city in Pinellas County and the fourth largest in the Tampa Bay area, Largo offers the perfect blend of convenience and charm. Located near world-class beaches and top regional attractions, the City provides a picturesque natural setting and an outstanding quality of life.
Largo&rsquo;s award-winning parks system spans nearly 500 acres and includes 20 parks and 11 miles of scenic walking trails, offering abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation and connection with nature.
About the Organization
The organization serves over 84 thousand residents and 3 thousand businesses by providing superior services that inspire community pride. The organization is made up of 12 departments with a shared strategic focus on sustainability, public health &amp; safety, and community pride.
Largo is committed to building a High-Performance Organization (HPO) model to intentionally support flexibility, resiliency, and leadership capacity at all levels of the organization. HPO empowers individuals to participate in meaningful projects and initiatives to promote employee and community engagement.
As a national Top Workplace, Largo is recognized for its innovative, collaborative, and passionate workforce. Team members enjoy competitive pay, robust professional development opportunities, generous benefits and leave packages, and a healthy work-life balance.
With its family-friendly atmosphere, tree-lined streets, and award-winning parks, Largo offers more than just a workplace, we offer a community. Every day, we work toward our vision of being the Community of Choice in Tampa Bay, Naturally!
About our Benefits
Team Members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, wellness, and financial security of our team members. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; wellness programs; Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Accounts (HSA); paid life insurance; and AD&amp;D coverage, with optional supplemental life insurance available.
Full-time team members participate in a Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan with a generous City match. Public Safety team members participate in retirement plans outlined in their respective union agreements. All team members may enroll in optional Deferred Compensation 457(b) and/or Roth 457(b) plans.
Additional benefits include 11 paid holidays, 24/7 access to fitness centers, tuition reimbursement, and ongoing professional development opportunities.
For a complete overview of benefits, please review the City of Largo&rsquo;s Largo Lifeline.</div></div></div></div></div>

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