Residential Collections Driver

Position Summary

Perform refuse collection and transport duties and activities utilizing a side load truck utilizing a Power Take Off (PTO) and ancillary devices; maintain assigned collection equipment and perform a variety of other related duties in support of the Solid Waste Department.

This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

High School diploma or GED or successful completion of two (2) WorkKeys® Skills Assessments (listed below); and

One (1) year of driving experience which requires the possession of a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred.

Experience/familiarity with a Power Take Off (PTO) and ancillary devices and its functions preferred.

Coursework in automotive technology, transportation technology or truck driving preferred.

Skills

If applicant does not possess a valid High School diploma or GED WorkKeys® skills assessments must be successfully completed by the prospective candidate in order to apply for this position. Click here for information on how to schedule a Workkeys® assessment. Workkeys® assessment scores needed for this position are as follows:

• Workplace Documents with a minimum score of Level 3
• Graphic Literacy with a minimum score of Level 3
  
  

Additional Requirements

Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (CDL); class A or B.

Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Trainees must successfully complete both classroom and OJT instruction for refuse collection service.

Required to work overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred Knowledge

• Operations, services and activities of a refuse collection and transportation program
• Techniques and methods of equipment maintenance and minor repair
• Operational characteristics of equipment and machinery relative to refuse collection and transport
• City streets and roads
• Principles and procedures of record keeping
• Refuse collection hazards and standard safety practices related to the operation of a wide variety of light to medium equipment
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices related to the operation of a wide variety of heavy equipment
  
  

Preferred Skills & Abilities

• Operate a variety of light to heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner
• Operate two-way radio communications equipment
• Adjust driving method to traffic, road, weather, load and various terrain conditions
• Use mirrors in maneuvering, judging distance and backing vehicles
• Perform container maintenance and repair
• Understand department policies and procedures
• Perform arduous tasks for extended periods of time in all types of weather
• Perform refuse collection and transportation activities
• Perform preventative maintenance and minor repair of a wide variety of light to heavy equipment
• Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public
• Work independently in the absence of supervision
• Communicate clearly and concisely
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation