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.

Essential and Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonableaccommodation.

• Pick up and haul garbage and refuse; empty refuse containers into garbage compactor truck, sweep and load spillage; activate controls with a Power Take Off (PTO) that operate ancillary devices and engage hydraulic compactor to compact refuse and assist with unloading of refuse truck at landfill; receive instructions in operation of compaction truck.
• Assume responsibility for assigned residential refuse collection and recycling routes; pick up and load a variety of recyclables including newspaper, plastic, cardboard and various metals.
• Perform daily routine maintenance on assigned equipment and assist with repairs as necessary; perform pre-trip, trip and post-trip inspection.
• Confer with supervisor regarding basic operational decisions; make supplementary decisions necessary to perform assigned duties.
• Assist in the maintenance and repair of refuse containers and roll-off boxes.
• Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
• Submit periodic work activity and equipment status reports to higher-level supervisory personnel.
• Operate a variety of heavy equipment and machinery, hydraulic-lift systems; transport refuse via a tractor trailer.

• Perform a variety of general maintenance work as needed; pick up any debris too large for compactor trucks.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

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.

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.

Working Conditions

Environmental:
Field and landfill environment; travel from site to site; work around heavy equipment; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, potentially hazardous chemicals, waste and infectious materials; inclement weather conditions.

Physical:
Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for moderate to heavy lifting; walking, standing and sitting for prolonged periods; operating motorized equipment and vehicles; and general manual dexterity.