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Refuse Collector Full Time Job opening - Woodward state Oklahoma ( Job openings )
Woodward , state Oklahoma
( By Press Release office )
2024-03-20T00:00 - 2024-04-19T00:00 | 7 | 0
Job Title:
Refuse Collector
Department:
Solid Waste
Reports To:
Solid Waste Superintendent
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Prepared By:
Roger Arnold
Prepared Date:
November 2010
Revised Date:
February 2020
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Refuse Collector position performs work on a three person crew by collecting and disposing of trash in the rear loading packer truck.
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Empties containers at curb sites or on occasion at residence into hopper of the packer truck. Returns containers to the location from where they were picked up. Replaces lids on containers properly and, if in a rack, properly replaces containers in such rack. Empties dumpsters into hopper by pulling/pushing into position and clamping onto lifting mechanism. Picks up litter around trash containers and roadways.
Activates levers on garbage truck to empty hopper, pack trash and empty truck.
Performs minor preventive maintenance on trucks. Cleans, washes and greases truck on weekly basis.
Directs driver in backing into narrow spaces and dumping refuse.
Informs citizens of concerns relative to City policy on refuse collection.
Assists other departments as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicant must have the following qualifications:
Ability to follow instructions, operate safely, and perform manual labor.
Ability to read, understand and communicate fluently in the English language.
Must comply with City of Woodward safety procedures.
Must possess and maintain a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License and have driving record acceptable to City’s insurance carrier.
Must be able to pass background screening.
Must be able to pass drug/alcohol screening.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Applicant must be able to meet the following working conditions and physical requirements:
May be required to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
Performs manual labor for extended periods under unfavorable weather conditions and must be capable of lifting objects of up to 50 pounds at frequent intervals.
Picks up litter around trash containers and roadways.
Must be able to load at least two packer trucks daily.
DISCLAIMER
This job description is provided as a guide and is not to be considered a contract. The City reserves the right to make changes to the job description as necessary. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The employee may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this description.
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