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Job Description
This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled.
Annual Salary:
$46,897.50 - $49,237.50Hourly:
$24.05 - $25.25Department:
Environmental Services, Public ServiceDivision:
Street SweepingFLSA:
Non-ExemptJob Description:
This rolewill be responsible for driving and operating a refuse collection vehicle or street sweeping vehicle on an assigned route.
Examples of Duties:
- Drives and operates an assigned collection vehicle in a safe manner on an assigned route for the collection of refuse.
- Familiarizes self with routes and interprets route maps.
- Places refuse in the collection vehicle either by picking up the container manually or with a semi-automatic container lifting system, and returns empty containers to appropriate locations.
- Uses a broom, shovel or pitchfork or other safe means to pick up loose or spilled garbage or trash.
- Directs traffic around the vehicle when necessary.
- Completes pre- and post- route checks of assigned vehicle and route reports on a daily basis.
- Maintains assigned safety equipment and using it properly at all times.
- Assesses and reports mechanical problems to prevent further vehicle damage and/or unsafe operation.
- Reports environmental code violations to supervisor.
- Trains subordinates, including familiarizing the Driver-in-training with the responsibilities of a Driver.
- Assumes the responsibilities of the Lead Senior Driver in their absence.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED and 3 months of professional driving experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Valid South Carolina Commercial Driver’s License – Class B.
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