Trash Truck Driver – Sanitation II Full Time NEW

Position Summary

Performs routine difficult skilled work operating trucks and equipment pertaining to the collection of the City’s solid waste and recyclables. Solid waste consists of residential and commercial trash, bulk items such as furniture and appliances, and yard waste. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Sanitation Crew supervisor.

Special Requirements

Possession of a Commercial Driver’s License (Class B) valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia, or the ability to obtain the same within ninety (90) days of start of employment, and be insurable through the city’s insurance carrier. Must consent to and successfully complete pre-employment national Background Screening, Drug Testing, and Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check as a condition of employment. Employee may be called outside normal working hours; therefore, employee must possess a cellular or landline phone.

Essential Job Tasks and Responsibilities

The following duties and responsibilities are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The services of Public Works are vital to the daily operation of the City of Lexington. During manpower shortages or emergencies, all Public Works employees may be assigned tasks beyond the scope of their daily responsibilities.

This position performs routine difficult skilled work operating trucks and equipment pertaining to the collection of the city’s solid waste and recyclables. In general, this position;

· Operates heavy truck and equipment used to collect solid waste and recyclable materials via specified routes and schedules. Recyclables are collected five (5) days per week and solid waste is collected six (6) days per week.

· Lifts collection containers for disposal into applicable sanitation trucks and equipment. Operates load packer compaction mechanism.

· Safely operates sanitation collection trucks and equipment on city streets and public highways. Directs traffic and guides truck operator in congested areas.

· Collects litter and debris on city property and within the city right-of-way.

· Performs pre-route truck and equipment inspections; cleans trucks and equipment after usage; and assists in the performance of preventative maintenance.

· Assists with snow and ice removal.

· Performs related tasks as required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.08 – $22.83 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Class B CDL (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person