CITY OF ATHENS
JOB POSTING—INTERNAL/EXTERNAL
SANITATION EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
PUBLIC WORKS – BUILDING SERVICES – SANITATION

Posting Date:  1/4/2023
Closing Date:  1/31/2023 @ 4:30 PM

JOB SUMMARY:  This position operates equipment in the collection and transport of solid waste and in the maintenance of city grounds and rights-of-way. An incumbent in this                                                            position may be designated “Sanitation Equipment Operator II” or “Sanitation Equipment Operator III.”

MAJOR DUTIES:  Operates a front-end loader, garbage truck, boom truck, and other equipment collect residential, commercial, and yard waste on an assigned route.  Deliver garbage cans to customers.  Performs equipment inspection and performs minor maintenance on assigned equipment; checks oil levels, greases joints, and checks fluid levels; cleans vehicles and equipment.  Assists in responding to and resolving customer questions and concerns.  Removes debris and dead animals from streets and right-of-way.  Operates a bush-hog, mowers, and other equipment to maintain ditches and rights-of-way.  Operates leaf machine to collect leaves on an assigned route.  Operates leaf blower, chainsaw, weed eater and other hand and power tools. Applies pesticide to control weeds.  Mows and maintains lawns and grassy area on city property.  Performs related duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  18 year or older.  High School Diploma, GED and/or equivalent work experience.  Valid Alabama Driver’s license.  Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.  Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid commercial driver’s license issued by the State of Alabama for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.   

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:  Knowledge of guidelines governing the collection and transport of solid waste.   Knowledge of traffic laws.  Knowledge of the geography and streets of the city.   Knowledge of grounds maintenance principles.  Knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance principles.  Knowledge of safe work principles.  Skill in problem solving.  Skill in prioritizing and planning.  Skill in interpersonal relations.  Skill in the operation of assigned equipment.  Skill in the operation of hand and power tools.  Skill in oral and written communication.  

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK:  The work consists of related equipment operation duties. Inclement weather and heavy traffic contribute to the complexity of the position.  The purpose of this position is to operate equipment in the collection and transport of solid waste and in the maintenance of city grounds and rights-of-way. Successful performance helps ensure the efficient and effective management of solid waste and to attractive and well-maintained city properties.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT:  The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, bending, crouching, walking, or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.  The work is typically performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, or irritating chemicals. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc. Physical strength, ability, and mobility to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodation.   Must be willing to work overtime, non-standard work hours, holidays, shifts, and weekends as necessary.  Must be willing to be on-call. 

City Application Required.  Apply at City of Athens Human Resources, City Hall Municipal Offices, located at 200 W. Hobbs St., Athens.  Inquiries: 256-233-8737 or City website www.athensal.us.    The City of Athens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all facets of the Americans with Disabilities Act.   All reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified applicants.  The City is a drug-free workplace.   Pre-employment drug screen and physical required. The City of Athens does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services, programs, or activities.

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