City of Savannah · 2 days ago
Solid Waste Worker- Senior - Residential Refuse Division
Savannah, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
1+ years expCity of Savannah is seeking a Senior Sanitation Worker to join their Sanitation Team. The role involves the collection of residential refuse, yard waste, bulk items, and recyclable materials, as well as assisting in the safe operation of sanitation trucks and training new employees.
Business DevelopmentCommunitiesGovernmentPublic Safety
Responsibilities
Picks up bulk items
Deliver, pickup, repair, and replace refuse carts
Collects yard waste
Removes dead animals
Assists truck operator in determining correct routes
Serves as spotter to assist truck operator in safely backing up and maneuvering in congested spaces
Operates hydraulic lift and press
Maintains inventory of tools assigned to the truck
Assists driver with completing Daily Driver Log, Disabled/Elderly Listing
Assists driver with pre and post trip vehicle inspections
Operates hydraulic lift and press
Maintains inventory of tools assigned to the truck
Collects recyclable materials
Directs traffic as needed
Collects litter; changes litter baskets
Cleans truck at end of route
Assembles, delivers, repairs, cleans, and collects recycling and refuse collection carts as assigned
Trains new Senior Sanitation and Sanitation Worker on safe operation of trucks and with assigned routes
Responsible for completing assignments for the residential cart program
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
One (1) year of experience in refuse collection; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Requires the ability to lift items up to forty (40) pounds
Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment
Preferred
Knowledge of department safety procedures
Knowledge of department policies and procedures
Skill in the operation of hydraulic lift and press mechanism
Skill in oral communication
Benefits
Paid Holiday
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan
Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)
Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
Retirement Seminars
PPO Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Health & Wellness Incentives
Long Term Disability
Excellence and Service Recognition
Employee Development and In-Service Training
Educational Assistance Program
Uniform Allowance (select positions)
Employee Assistance Program
Discounts and Memberships
Employee Relations
Direct Deposit
Credit Union
Pretax Parking Deductions
Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program
Domestic Partnership Benefits
Healthcare
PPO Medical Plus Plan
PPO Medical Basic Plan
Dental Plus Plan
Dental Basic Plan
Vision Service Plan
Life Insurance
Basic Life and ADD
Supplemental Life Employee
Supplemental Life Spouse
Supplemental Life Child
Company
City of Savannah
City of Savannah is a government agency that offers infrastructure, public safety, economic development and value-added online services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Bret Bell
Chief Operating Officer
Lameisha Estelle
Human Resources Business Partner
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