Sanitation Collector Jobs

This position is responsible for manual work of a routine nature that involves heavy physical labor as a member of a sanitation crew. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Sanitation Foreman.

High School diploma or equivalent; equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supervisory Controls: The Sanitation Foreman assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks work in progress and reviews completed work for the nature and propriety of the final results.

Guidelines: Guidelines include City codes, departmental and safety policies and procedures, and supervisory instructions. These guidelines are clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.

Complexity: The work consists of related sanitation, refuse collection and street maintenance duties.

Scope and Effect: The purpose of this position is to maintain sanitation and refuse collection. Successful performance helps ensure timely collection of garbage and a positive public image for the City.

Personal Contacts: Contacts are typically with co-workers and customers.

Purpose of Contacts: Contacts are typically accessed to exchange information and provide services.

Physical Demands: The work is typically performed with the employee intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching or stooping. The employee must frequently lift light and heavy objects, climb ladders, and use tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.

Work Environment: The work is typically performed outdoors. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, irritating chemicals, machinery with moving parts, and occasional inclement weather. This work may require the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles or gloves.

Supervisory and Management Responsibility: None.