Job description

POSITION TITLE: Sanitation Worker

FUNCTIONAL AREA: Public Works Department

PAY RANGE

Minimum: $30,284.56

Maximum: $49,830.43

CLASSIFICATION

Full-Time; Non-Exempt

APPROVED/UPDATED

General Summary

Performs manual labor relating to solid waste collection and disposal and street and curb cleaning. Responsible for satisfactory handling of solid waste collection containers and associated equipment. Acts as relief Sanitation Truck Driver. Works as part of a crew or may be assigned to work independently with checks on work in progress and on completions. May perform simple construction tasks with asphalt patching and catch basin masonary.

Supervision Received and Exercised

This position is under the general supervision of the Streets and Sanitation Crew Leader.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Rides on back of refuse collection truck and picks up containers, trash and other items and places them in the collection vehicle.

· Uses pitchfork, brooms and other hand tools in this work.

· Operates packer machinery mounted on vehicle.

· Directs driver when pulling out in traffic and backing up.

· May act as relief Sanitation Truck Driver on a packer.

· May be required to drive trash trucks on a full time basis.

· May perform grounds maintenance work such as mowing, trimming, and spraying around public buildings, rights of way, cemeteries and parks.

· Cleans and repairs catch basins and storm drain pits.

· Participates in street and curb cleaning duties.

· Cleans and washes assigned vehicles as required.

· Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

· High school diploma or equivalent.

· Must have valid State of Florida driver’s license Class B with airbrakes, or be able to obtain one within one (1) year or twelve (12) months.

· Must pass a background check and drug test.

Other Required Competencies

· May have to work overtime hours in the event of an emergency or if needed.

· Ability to safely operate a City vehicle.

· Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Working Conditions and Physical Factors

· Must be free from any disabling medical defects that would preclude engaging in heavy manual labor.

· Must be able to work outdoors in all climate conditions with full exposure to the elements.

· Requires the physical strength and agility to perform assigned tasks, which include but are not limited to, bending, twisting, walking, climbing, reaching above and below the shoulders, lifting and pulling, pushing or carrying objects which may weigh more than 50 pounds; may also walk on slippery and/or uneven surfaces and climb ladders.

· May be exposed to chemicals, solvents, dust, grease/oil, fumes, vibration and noise.

· Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

· Must be able to hear clearly even in a noisy environment.

· Physical strength and agility to operate equipment under adverse conditions.

The minimum requirements may be waived by the City Manager. The City of Live Oak reserves the right to update and/or change this job description at any time. The City of Live Oak is an equal Employment Opportunity employer and Drug-Free Workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $14.55 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: One location

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