Sanitation Worker Job at City of Roanoke, Roanoke, VA

  • City of Roanoke
  • Roanoke, VA

Job Description

Sanitation WorkerThe City of Roanoke is seeking a Sanitation Worker to perform unskilled work in collection of solid waste, brush/bulk items and recyclable materials. The successful candidate will roll refuse carts from curb or behind house to truck for dumping; sort recyclable materials at curb from recycling can and deposits in proper compartment of truck; pick up refuse cans from businesses and dumps into truck; and collect brush and bulk from alley/streets and deposits in truck. They will also operate mechanism for loading, compressing, and dumping of vehicles; assist in unloading truck at disposal site; clean truck and equipment in accordance with department policy; and report violations of SWM ordinances to driver. High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to three months related experience and/or training in performance of heavy manual work is desirable; or equivalent combination of education and experience.The City of Roanoke is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA/M/F/Disability Employer.To elevate the performance of the organization, we are committed to respecting, celebrating, and embracing the collective mixture of differences and similarities between our employees as a rich tapestry. Our behaviors will demonstrate open communication, and we will seek opportunities to learn, recognizing and rewarding actions that promote acceptance while suspending judgment. By doing this, we will foster an inclusive, open work environment that delivers excellent service and creates a more vibrant and inviting community.This is a non-exempt position.Examples of DutiesPerforms unskilled work in collection of solid waste, brush/bulk and recyclable materials. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Rolls refuse carts from curb or behind house to truck for dumpingSorts recyclable materials at curb from recycling can and deposits in proper compartment of truckPicks up refuse cans from businesses and dumps into truckPicks up certain small white goods material and other trash too large for carts and place in refuse trucksCollects brush and bulk items from alley/streets and deposits in truckOperates mechanism for loading, compressing and dumping of vehiclesAssists in unloading truck at disposal siteCleans area around cans/cartsCleans truck and equipment in accordance with department policyReports violations of SWM ordinances to driverTypical QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to three months related experience and/or training in performance of heavy manual work is desirable; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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