Waste Collector

Under general supervision, the incumbent is responsible for the collection of waste materials and recyclables and performs related work as required.

• Operates Manual Side Loading (MSL) recycling truck to collect garbage and non-combustible waste materials.
• Operates rear loading bulk truck to collect scheduled curbside bulk items.
• Disposes of the same at the transfer station, landfill site, or other appropriate sites.
• Operates Automated Side Loading (ASL) garbage truck to collect recyclable items as prescribed by law or ordinance and disposes of the same at the Material Recovery Facility (MRF).
• Conducts detailed pre-trip inspections daily to ensure equipment is safe for road operations.
• Conducts daily, weekly and monthly maintenance on equipment. This includes greasing all fittings on the automated arms and troubleshooting any possible issues with moving parts on the arms, including sensor maintenance and replacement as well as rubber disc replacement on arm/claw and any other small maintenance issues that may arise.
• Assists with cart maintenance and replacement in the field using a tablet and dedicated software.
• Assists in snow and ice removal activities.
• Must be able to work shifts of up to 16 hours (including evenings, weekends, and holidays) during snow and ice removal operations.
• May fill in driving the tractor-trailer hauling garbage from the transfer station to landfill.
• Fills in at drop-off site for bulk waste collection.
• Performs routine maintenance such as sweeping, mopping, snow shoveling, or other general maintenance duties in the buildings and on the grounds.
• Performs related duties as required, including work in other divisions.

NOTE:

The duties listed above are intended as illustrations of the various types of work performed by persons in positions covered by this classification specification. This list is not all-inclusive. The omission of a particular job duty does not mean that the duty is not one of the essential functions of the position. Management reserves the right to assign employees in this classification to duties not listed above, if the duties are fairly within the scope of responsibilities applicable to the level of work performed by employees in positions covered by this classification specification.

This classification specification does not create an employment contract between the City and the employee and is subject to change by the City as the needs of the City and the Department change over time.

• High school diploma, HSED or GED.
• Must possess a valid Class B commercial driver's license (CDL), or instructional permit, with air brake endorsement at the time of application. Residents of Illinois must have interstate driving privileges in order to qualify.
• Recent work experience dealing directly with the public.
• Minimum of one (1) year work experience which involved regular and repetitive lifting of 40 pounds or more, or similar experience.
• Minimum of one (1) year of work experience physically working outdoors in all types of weather conditions (extreme cold/heat, snow, rain, etc.).
• Minimum of one (1) year work experience driving a commercial motor vehicle preferred.
• Previous route and/or delivery experience desirable.

• Considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and safe work practices
• Working knowledge of commercial motor vehicle operation and maintenance.
• Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions.
• Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to read maps and follow written and oral directions.
• Ability to lift up to forty (40) pounds on a regular and repetitive basis.
• Ability to work in all kinds of weather conditions.
• Ability to operate standard, commercial, or specialized automotive equipment efficiently and safely.
• Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments of equipment.
• Ability to keep records and make reports.
• Ability to get along well with others, including co-workers and citizens of The City of Kenosha.
• Ability to pass a motor vehicle record review, criminal background check, post-offer physical examination, and drug screen.
• Thoroughness; dependability.

• Duties involve the regular, and at times sustained, performance of heavier physical tasks such as walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, working in confined spaces, and lifting or carrying moderately heavy (20-50 lb.) items and occasionally very heavy (100+ lbs.) items.

• Duties must be performed in any weather, including extremely adverse environmental conditions.

• Duties require visual perception and discrimination.
• Duties require color perception and discrimination.
• Duties require depth perception and discrimination.
• Duties require texture perception and discrimination.
• Duties require sound perception and discrimination.
• Duties require odor perception and discrimination.

• Must be able to work shifts of up to 16 hours (including…