City of Des Moines ยท 6 days ago
Seasonal Senior Refuse Collector
City of Des Moines is seeking a Seasonal Senior Refuse Collector to oversee and participate in the collection of residential refuse. The role involves operating a refuse truck safely and efficiently while managing collection activities on an assigned route.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Inspects assigned refuse truck before use and reports any mechanical issues or other problems to a superior; operates truck during refuse collection activities
Collects and empties garbage and refuse into proper collection containers; empties container into refuse truck; picks up other debris and places in truck
Tags refuse not acceptable for collection to inform customers of proper disposal procedures
Operates truck mechanisms used for loading, compressing, and dumping garbage and refuse
Performs minor maintenance or repairs to trucks and other equipment as needed
Cleans the refuse truck periodically
Performs related work as required
Qualification
Required
Graduation from high school or possession of a GED
One (1) year experience in driving heavy commercial trucks
Possession of a valid Iowa Class B commercial driver's license allowing the operation of vehicles with airbrakes
Candidates for positions in this class must pass a post-employment offer background check, physical examination, and drug screen
Company
City of Des Moines
The City of Des Moines is Iowa's capital, and our 17 departments serve more than 214,000 residents and 46 neighborhood associations.